Trump rules out talks with Iran as tensions rise in Strait of Hormuz

United States President Donald Trump confirmed there are currently no scheduled diplomatic talks between Washington and Tehran, reiterating that Iran must never develop nuclear weapons. Following an attack on a vessel in the Strait of Hormuz, Trump warned of a potential military response should Iran or Oman impede American naval operations in the strategic waterway. In response, Iranian officials warned that Tehran would adopt an offensive military posture if diplomatic pathways are entirely shut down.

Simultaneously regarding the conflict in Gaza, Hamas announced its acceptance of the second phase of a US-backed peace proposal. However, Israeli leadership maintained that a complete military withdrawal from the Gaza Strip remains conditional on the total disarmament of Hamas.

Sources: CDM (Cafe del Montenegro)