New Delhi, March 6 -- US President Donald Trump joined a group of evangelical pastors in prayer inside the Oval Office on Thursday (March 5), as tensions escalate in the conflict involving Iran. A video shared on social media showed the pastors standing around Trump, placing their hands on him and praying for wisdom, protection and guidance for the President and US troops.

Footage released on Thursday (March 5) shows Trump seated behind the Resolute Desk with his eyes closed while several Christian leaders stand around him offering prayers.

The pastors placed their hands on the president's shoulders as they prayed for strength and guidance for the administration during the ongoing geopolitical crisis.

White House aide Margo Martin, a s...