Iran says a return to war is unlikely while the United States warns it may take further action if Tehran does not agree to a deal. The comments come amid ongoing negotiations to end a Middle East conflict that has disrupted global energy markets and has affected shipping conditions in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran’s statement signals restraint, but it also conveys readiness to respond militarily, saying its forces are “lying in wait.”
On the U.S. side, President Donald Trump issues a warning to “finish the job” if Iran does not reach agreement, adding to weeks of back-and-forth threats between the two countries. Negotiations are described as being conducted through Pakistani mediation, reflecting a channel for talks even as rhetoric remains tense.
Together, the statements portray a fragile negotiating environment in which both sides communicate uncertainty and maintain leverage. The outlook for a ceasefire or settlement remains unclear, with analysts and reports highlighting the risk that disputes could derail the process.
