US President Donald Trump announced that he will review the new peace proposal presented by Iran through Pakistan but said that it is difficult to accept the proposal. Trump expressed that Iran has not yet paid enough price for the damage it has caused to humanity and the world over the last 47 years. Trump said that if Iran 'misbehaves,' the US could restart military operations but refrained from giving details on this matter.
Senior Iranian military official Mohammad Jafar Asadi stated that a conflict between the US and Iran is likely to resume. The Iranian side argues that the US has not adhered to its previous commitments and that the path of conflict is preferred over diplomacy. Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi said that the US must decide whether to choose diplomacy or conflict, and that Iran is ready for both situations.
Since the start of the war, Iran has controlled the Strait of Hormuz, which negatively affects the flow of oil, gas, and fertilizer in the world economy. The US, meanwhile, is imposing a blockade against Iranian ports. Tensions in the region continue to rise due to economic sanctions and control over the strategic waterway.
Meanwhile, in Lebanon, Israel continues its attacks on Iran-backed Hezbollah targets. It has been reported that civilians have also been harmed in these attacks. Iran's economic situation continues to worsen due to the war; inflation is rising while oil exports have decreased. The Iranian people are struggling with economic difficulties.
In the US, debates continue over whether Congressional approval is required for the continuation of the war. The Trump administration argues that the time is paused due to the ceasefire, while opposition parties oppose this claim.