How Trump is briefed on the Iran war inside the White House

According to NBC News, US military officials are compiling daily video briefings for President Donald Trump that highlight selected footage of the most successful strikes carried out in Iran over the previous 48 hours.

The montages typically run for about two minutes and are designed to provide a quick visual summary of operations on the ground.

While the videos are part of a broader intelligence and briefing process that includes conversations with military advisers, intelligence officials, and foreign leaders, some current and former officials told NBC News that the curated format may not fully reflect the scale and complexity of the conflict.

With hundreds of strikes taking place daily, only a portion can be included in these short updates.

Officials cited by NBC News say the briefings tend to emphasize US successes, which has raised concerns among some allies about whether the full scope of developments is being conveyed.

The structure of wartime briefings has long been a point of discussion in past conflicts, where balancing clarity, speed, and completeness remains a challenge for decision-makers.

The report offers a closer look at how information is delivered to leadership during an active conflict, and how presentation can shape perception at the highest level.