US rules out Iran talks as Gaza peace efforts face deadlock

U.S. President Donald Trump has stated there are no planned diplomatic talks with Tehran, reaffirming that Iran must not obtain nuclear weapons. The statement follows warnings of potential U.S. military action if Iranian or Omani forces interfere with maritime operations in the Strait of Hormuz following a recent vessel attack. In response, Iranian officials warned their military posture would shift to offensive operations if diplomatic channels fail completely.

Simultaneously, negotiations toward a Gaza peace agreement remain stalled. While Hamas expressed acceptance of the second phase of a proposed framework, Israeli leadership maintains its demand that the militant group fully disarm before any withdrawal of Israeli forces can occur.

Sources: CDM (Cafe del Montenegro).