The Times of India

'November is a priority: Trump aides push to contain Iran war until midterm elections

Top Trump aides push to prevent Iran war escalation before November elections. The administration is focusing on economic pressure to secure concessions from Iran. Recent exchanges of strikes have increased tensions between the US and Iran. Military readiness and depleted munitions stockpiles also constrain White House strategy. America's Gulf allies are urging the White House to de-escalate the conflict.