Pentagon Resists Trump Administration Pressure for Military Action Against Iran

A significant internal rift has emerged within the U.S. government as top military leadership resists pressure from the Trump administration to initiate a military campaign against Iran. General Dan Caine, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, has reportedly warned of the severe risks associated with an extended military engagement in the region. The Pentagon expressed specific concerns regarding depleted air defenses and the potential for overtaxed military forces should a full-scale conflict erupt. In contrast, administration officials and hawkish lawmakers, including Senator Lindsey Graham, continue to advocate for a strategy aimed at regime change in Tehran. This geopolitical uncertainty is expected to trigger volatility across global markets, particularly impacting Brent Crude and WTI oil prices. Investors are also closely monitoring XAU/USD as a safe-haven asset amid the escalating tensions between Washington's political and military wings.