Following Iran’s missile attack on American military bases in Qatar and Iraq, the top military officials of the United States have taken their positions in the White House Situation Room, which is located inside President Donald Trump’s official residence.
Key Defence Leaders Present in the Situation Room
Two of the most important defence leaders —
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General Dan Kane, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff
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and Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth
— are currently present in the Situation Room, according to BBC reports.
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They Report Directly to the President
Both General Kane and Secretary Hegseth are the highest-ranking military and civilian officials in the US defence system. As Commander-in-Chief, President Trump receives direct updates and advice from them.
Unclear if Scheduled Security Meeting Has Started
There was a National Security Council meeting planned earlier. Still unknown, though, is whether or not that meeting has formally begun.
Source: Samakal
