Trump Weighs Big Decision on Iran, Axios Reports

Summary

Courtney Subramanian reports from the White House that top Iranian officials will attend the UN General Assembly, though US-Iran talks remain uncertain. President Trump told Axios he is weighing a major decision on whether to restart attacks on Iran to end a war standstill. The timing may be affected by his meetings with Gulf leaders and by midterm-election politics.

• Iranian officials are expected at UNGA next week.
• Trump says he is weighing a big decision on Iran.
• He may restart attacks to force an end to the war.
• He is expected to meet six Gulf leaders on the UNGA sidelines.
• Gulf support could matter for renewed military action.
• Trump previously held off strikes after Saudi concerns.
• Midterm-election politics could affect strike timing.
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