Trump claims Iran’s military has been hit hard but signals no urgency to end the conflict, keeping pressure on Tehran while leaving room for further military action.
After 21-hour talks collapsed, the US moves to choke Iran’s oil trade, with Trump signalling tougher action and little interest in restarting negotiations.
US intelligence assessments suggest China could be preparing to supply missile systems to Iran, even as Beijing publicly backs de-escalation and denies involvement.
As the US deadline approaches, both sides harden positions with warnings, military operations and global concerns over oil routes, signalling a critical turning point in the conflict.
