Netanyahu alleged that several countries were operating organised social media influence campaigns aimed at turning American public opinion against Israel at a time when Washington remains one of Tel Aviv’s strongest strategic allies during the ongoing regional confrontation involving Iran and its proxies.
According to an Axios report citing senior American officials and sources familiar with the talks, the draft memorandum is designed as a short, one-page understanding that would trigger a 30-day negotiation window to resolve deeper disputes.
Trump used the moment to project confidence in the country’s security apparatus, declaring that the swift response to the incident demonstrated the strength of American security systems.
Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said, “In mediated negotiations, misunderstandings sometimes arose, such as on the issue of asset release. But in direct talks, we reached a clearer mutual understanding.”
The IRGC announced that the strait has been closed after accusing the US of violating ceasefire terms by continuing a naval blockade. The force warned that no vessel should attempt to pass through the route and said any such move would be treated as hostile.
Recent developments indicate US forces are already stepping up operations to secure the waterway, including efforts to ensure safe passage for ships amid lingering threats.
Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar said Pakistan would continue efforts to facilitate engagement between Iran and the United States, expressing hope that dialogue would eventually lead to lasting peace.
Emphasising the domestic sentiment driving Tehran’s approach, Baqaei said the loss of Iranian lives in past confrontations has only strengthened the country’s determination. He noted that Iranian negotiators remain fully committed, deploying all available expertise and resources to defend national interests and secure what Tehran views as its legitimate rights.
After hours of negotiations in Pakistan between the US and Iran, talks reached a stalemate on Sunday as US Vice President JD Vance said that no agreement has been reached in talks with Iran.
US Vice President JD Vance said negotiations with Iran failed to produce an agreement after more than 21 hours of talks in Islamabad, warning that Tehran’s refusal to accept Washington’s terms was “bad news for Iran much more than it's bad news for the USA."
