The Israel-Iran conflict has highlighted President Trump's challenge in shaping foreign affairs while maintaining political support at home.

The U.S. State Department plans to hold a press briefing amid rising tensions between Israel and Iran Tuesday, June 17.

Wall Street opened slightly lower while oil and gold rose as Tuesday marked the fifth day of fighting between Israel and Iran, with the risk of a widening conflict dampening risk appetite in a week also packed with key central bank decisions.

Sen. Tim Kaine pushes for congressional oversight on potential Iran conflict as tensions rise in the Middle East, aligning with President Donald Trump's reluctance toward "endless wars."