Pakistan, July 26 -- Senior US officials urged President Donald Trump to avoid expanding the conflict with Iran, warning that a broader military campaign could strain American resources and increase the risk of a prolonged regional war. According to reports, Vice President JD Vance and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Dan Caine raised their concerns during a White House meeting attended by Cabinet members and senior national security officials before the United States paused its recent bombing campaign.

During the meeting, Gen. Caine reportedly advised that although the US military was capable of carrying out additional operations, a wider offensive could significantly reduce the country's weapons stockpiles. He also warned tha...