NYT: Skeptical Vance sought direct intelligence on Iran war status

The New York Times reports that US Vice President JD Vance, skeptical of President Donald Trump’s public rhetoric, has sought direct intelligence briefings from senior military generals regarding the state of the war with Iran. According to the report, the sobering private assessments provided by military officials often contrasted sharply with the boastful public claims emanating from the administration. This move highlights a growing disconnect between military intelligence analysis and the political narrative presented by the White House. Separately, unverified reports indicate that projectiles struck two vessels near Khasab, Oman, raising concerns about the potential escalation of maritime tensions in the region.