President Donald Trump said at a White House meeting on Friday that he planned to intensify attacks on Iran, according to CNN. Vice President JD Vance and Joint Chiefs of Staff Chairman General Dan Caine, who attended the meeting, voiced concern that expanding the campaign could turn it into a larger conflict. CNN cited a source familiar with the matter and a US official.

The United States had conducted continuous attacks on Iran for nearly two weeks, but Washington paused bombing on Friday night for the first time during that period. A Pentagon source told CNN on Saturday that a major military operation against Iran was on hold. Caine warned Trump about weapons and ammunition stockpiles, the risks of a prolonged war, and other potential negative effects.

White House communications director Steven Cheung said Trump still prioritized a diplomatic solution, while keeping all options open if Iran attacked the Strait of Hormuz or US allies. Trump said US officials were actively talking with Iran, though the military could continue or intensify bombing. Vance's office did not comment.