Iran-US News Today LIVE Updates: Oman Foreign Minister Badr Albusaidi has informed in a post on X that negotiation talks between the United States and Iran is scheduled to take place in Geneva on Thursday. This comes as the stand-off between the United States and Iran has intensified, with Tehran warning of “strong retaliation” in a letter to the UN chief and US President Donald Trump confirming he is “considering” limited military action. The warning comes as Trump’s 10-day deadline for a new nuclear deal approaches, raising concerns of a wider regional crisis.
Trump’s warning and Tehran’s counterproposal: Asked whether he would authorise action during negotiations, Trump said: “I guess I can say I am considering that,” adding that Iran “better negotiate a fair deal”. Washington is insisting on “zero enrichment” of uranium. In response, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Tehran is drafting a counterproposal based on “mutual respect”, expected within 48 to 72 hours. It remains unclear whether Iran will accept limits on domestic enrichment.
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Strait of Hormuz and military build-up: Tensions are also rising around the Strait of Hormuz after recent live-fire drills. Iran has warned that any attack would make US assets in the region “legitimate targets”. Meanwhile, the USS Gerald R. Ford is moving to join the USS Abraham Lincoln, creating a dual-carrier presence described as a major mobilisation. Israel is also reported to be stepping up joint planning with Washington.
What’s the current situation?
Trump’s strike warning:Asked if he would authorise kinetic action during negotiations, Trump told reporters, “I guess I can say I am considering that.” He added that Tehran “better negotiate a fair deal.”
Tehran’s counter-offer:Iran is reportedly preparing a text based on “mutual respect”, though it remains unclear if it will address the US “red line” regarding domestic uranium enrichment.
Israel on high alert:The Israeli government, believing talks have reached an impasse, has accelerated joint military preparations with the US for an operation that could begin “very soon”.
Strait of Hormuz tensions:Following a brief shutdown for IRGC live-fire drills, the waterway remains a flashpoint. Iran has warned that any attack would make all US regional assets “legitimate targets”.
Massive buildup:The USS Gerald R. Ford is currently transiting the Mediterranean to join the USS Abraham Lincoln, completing a dual-carrier presence that analysts call the most significant mobilisation in decades.
Our Global Desk is monitoring official statements from the White House, the Iranian Foreign Ministry, and maritime security agencies in the Persian Gulf. Stay tuned for real-time updates as this story develops.
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