The US military launched fresh strikes in Iran, targeting a military site deemed a threat to US forces and commercial vessels in the region. CBS News reported that US forces intercepted drones originating from Iran. The strikes were described as defensive, with the US-Iran ceasefire still in effect.
Three explosions were reported east of Bandar Abbas in Iran’s Strait of Hormuz around 1:30 a.m. Air defenses were activated, and investigations were underway to determine the source of the blasts. US President Donald Trump stated that he would not rush into a deal with Iran due to political considerations, emphasizing the readiness to resume military action if negotiations do not meet US expectations.
During a White House cabinet meeting, Trump expressed dissatisfaction with the ongoing negotiations and reiterated the willingness to take military action if demands are not met. He emphasized the importance of reaching a satisfactory agreement or proceeding with military measures. The White House dismissed an Iranian media report on a draft deal as a fabrication, denying claims of a memorandum of understanding framework.
Trump clarified that Iran would not receive sanctions relief in exchange for relinquishing its highly enriched uranium stockpile. He emphasized that the current framework did not involve sanctions relief for Iran giving up its enriched uranium. The president’s stance highlighted the importance of a comprehensive agreement without concessions on sanctions relief.
