In a series of gripping photographs, the intense moments leading up to the significant US strikes on Iran are captured as President Trump and Vice President Vance coordinated the operation from locations separated by hundreds of miles.

At his Mar-a-Lago estate, President Trump, sporting a “USA” cap, led strategic discussions with his national security team. The White House released images depicting this crucial gathering, underscoring the gravity of the situation.

Meanwhile, in Washington, D.C., Vice President Vance assumed a pivotal role in the Situation Room. His team, connected to Mar-a-Lago through secure communications, was integral to the operation. Vance was flanked by key figures such as US Secretary of Energy Chris Wright, Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard, and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, ensuring a coordinated response.

Back in Florida, Trump was surrounded by a formidable team, including Secretary of State Marco Rubio, White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles, and General Dan Caine, the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. Together, they monitored the mission’s progress, making critical decisions in real-time.

This intricate coordination highlights the complexity and gravity of modern military operations, as leaders navigate the challenges of distance and communication in high-stakes environments.

Seated at the head of the table, Vance was joined by US Secretary of Energy Chris Wright, Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent.

White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt had said earlier Saturday that Trump would be monitoring the situation in the Middle East from Mar-a-Lago — where he is spending the weekend at his club in Palm Beach, Florida.

The president had spoken to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu by phone shortly after Operation Epic Fury was carried out.

“The President and his national security team will continue to closely monitor the situation throughout the day,” she wrote in a post on X.