🔴 US intelligence warned Trump before war that killing Iran’s supreme leader could empower a more hardline government, the WSJ reports
🔴 Officials also warned Iran could close Strait of Hormuz, disrupt global energy markets and retaliate against US forces, regional partners
🔴 Senior military leaders cautioned war could cause US casualties, strain munitions stockpiles and readiness, but Trump ultimately approved attack
— @AlArabiya_Eng Aug 25, 2026
