Trump prays with pastors in Oval Office as West Asia war intensifies

As the war in West Asia intensifies, US President Donald Trump was seen praying with a group of Evangelical pastors in the Oval Office. The video, released by aides, shows Trump seated at the Resolute Desk with his eyes closed as Evangelical Pastor Greg Laurie led a prayer for the President and US troops during what he described as 'challenging times'. Several pastors stood around Trump, some placing their hands on him in prayer. Trump aide Margot Martin said the President had welcomed pastors from across the country to the White House. The newsreader questions whether this represents a holy war sanctioned by religious leaders, or whether the world needs a commitment to genuine peace.