The United States says it is continuing technical talks with Iran despite recent strikes and rising tensions that have threatened a fragile ceasefire. According to a U.S. official, the talks continue after two days of clashes between U.S. and Iranian forces. The fighting comes as the ceasefire signed last month faces serious strain. CNBC reports that the ceasefire is under pressure following consecutive days of attacks, with the U.S. and Iranian forces exchanging fire. The situation escalated further after U.S. President Donald Trump said the ceasefire was “over,” according to CNBC. While the comments increase uncertainty about the agreement’s status, the U.S. official cited by Bloomberg indicates that practical, technical discussions are still taking place. Both accounts focus on the same timeframe—recent days of hostilities—and the same central point: the ceasefire is strained, but technical talks between the two countries are ongoing. The reports do not provide further details on the specific agenda or outcomes of the technical sessions.