Trump, Decision on Israel-Iran situation expected within 48 hours

President Trump contemplating response to Iran (Source: Yonhap News)

President Donald Trump of the United States appears to soon decide on the U.S. response to the escalating conflict between Israel and Iran. U.S. ABC News reported on the 18th (local time), citing anonymous government officials, that President Trump could decide within the next 24 to 48 hours whether to seek a diplomatic solution or take military action.

Amid rapidly escalating tensions between Iran and Israel recently, the U.S. is at a cautious crossroads regarding whether to intervene for Middle East stability. This decision is expected to have significant implications not only on U.S. Middle East policy but also on international security.