MAY GO A LITTLE FURTHER : TRUMP WARNS OF ESCALATION IN WEST ASIA WAR ; IRAN THREATENS WIDER RETALIATION

What happened: Trump warned the US may "go a little further" in the war with Iran to prevent Tehran from acquiring a nuclear weapon. Iran threatened wider retaliation against civilian infrastructure if strikes resume. Key numbers: The war began in late February. Why it matters: The Strait of Hormuz remains blocked and peace efforts are deadlocked. Trump said the conflict would end soon and bring down fuel prices, while Iran's foreign minister warned renewed attacks would put the global economy at risk.

Trump warns of West Asia war escalation while Iran threatens wider retaliation.

Trump warns of West Asia war escalation while Iran threatens wider retaliation. — impact context not separately stored; see What changed.