US-Iran Tensions Escalate as Trump Threatens Bombings and Iran Warns of Retaliation

Trump's demands for a new nuclear deal and threats of military action face Iran's refusal of direct talks, while uranium enrichment nears weapons-grade levels.

Ayatollah Khamenei has vowed a strong response to any US military action, following Trump's threats of unprecedented bombings if no nuclear deal is reached.
Trump has reiterated his willingness to negotiate but insists on a deal that halts Iran's nuclear program, leveraging sanctions and secondary tariffs as pressure.
Iran continues to reject direct negotiations, signaling openness to indirect talks mediated by intermediaries like Oman, while demanding the US rebuild trust by addressing past actions.
Uranium enrichment in Iran has expanded to near weapons-grade levels, raising international concerns and prompting discussions of potential UN sanctions reimplementation by European nations.
Iran faces internal dissent, economic struggles, and weakened regional influence, further complicating its position as it seeks to navigate US threats and diplomatic overtures.

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