Iran threatens new offensive while US rules out extending ceasefire deal
Summary
Iran says it will shift to a fully offensive military posture as talks with the US stall, raising the risk of renewed escalation in the Strait of Hormuz. Donald Trump has ruled out extending the temporary ceasefire deal and threatened Oman amid the dispute.
Key Points
- Iran warned it will adopt a “fully offensive” posture if negotiations with the US fail to produce a permanent end to the war.
- The US has ruled out extending the temporary ceasefire agreement, while tensions over control of the Strait of Hormuz remain unresolved.
- Trump said he had opened back-channel discussions with the IRGC, and the report also mentions Jared Kushner, Tulsi Gabbard and Ahmad Vahidi.
- Oil markets have been rattled by the conflict, with Brent crude surging and fuel prices rising for Americans.
