[On-point] What to expect as Trump keeps world guessing about U.S. involvement in Israel-Iran conflict

Tensions are escalating between Israel and Iran, after President Trump called for Tehran's "unconditional surrender," but Iran vowed to continue to fight.

For more on how the situation in the Middle East will unfold, we're joined by Dr. Robert Lawrence, Senior Researcher at the Institute of Middle East and African Affairs.

Dr. Lawrence, thanks for joining us this morning.

1. Why did Israel attack Iran just days before U.S. and Iranian negotiators were set to meet for nuclear talks? What's behind Israel's decision?

2. How likely is U.S. involvement in the war? And if it does join, what might that look like?

3. Trump also says the deal with Iran "could still happen." Is Iran likely to engage in negotiations anytime soon?

4. Trump claims Iran was "weeks away" from having nuclear weapons. In your view, how close is Iran to getting a nuclear weapon?

5. The fighting can't go on forever. How might the conflict end --and when?

Alright, Dr. Lawrence, thank you so much for your insight today.

We appreciate it.