On the 26th day of the war, the White House warned that if Iran does not accept an end to the conflict, it will face a stronger response from the United States. A White House spokesperson emphasized that if “miscalculation” continues, more intense attacks will be carried out. U.S. officials have claimed that a significant portion of Iran’s military capabilities, including its air force, navy, and air defense systems, has been weakened. In response, Iran has continued missile and drone attacks and, by restricting passage through the Strait of Hormuz, has exerted counter-pressure on the energy market. Nevertheless, negotiations are still ongoing and have been described as “constructive.”
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Iran’s regime has not accepted the 15-point U.S. proposal and has announced conditions for ending the war, including a halt to attacks, guarantees against the recurrence of war, payment of reparations, implementation of the agreement across all regional fronts, and recognition of its sovereignty over the Strait of Hormuz. At the same time, review of this proposal is still ongoing.
The war has had a widespread impact on the energy market, and disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz have caused a fuel crisis in countries such as India, with long lines forming at gas stations and some areas facing fuel shortages.
At the regional level, warnings have been issued that if U.S. attacks expand, a new front could open in the Bab al-Mandeb strait and attacks on commercial ships in the Red Sea could resume. At the same time, reports have emerged about the deployment of additional U.S. forces, including units from the 82nd Airborne Division, although no decision has been announced regarding the deployment of ground troops.
At the global level, warnings have been raised about the economic consequences of the war. Rising energy prices and disruptions in supply chains have reduced industrial production in some countries, and there are even concerns about shortages of chemical fertilizers and threats to food security in the coming months.
On the diplomatic front, efforts are underway to end the war, and some countries view a cessation of hostilities as a way to control the energy crisis. Meanwhile, the United Nations Human Rights Council has condemned Iran’s attacks on Persian Gulf countries and called for compensation for damages. In Europe, discussions have also been raised about forming a coalition to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
On the battlefield, attacks continue, and it has been reported that Israel has targeted a submarine development center in Isfahan, a major city in central Iran. These strikes have been described as part of a broader operation against Iran’s military infrastructure. The simultaneity of U.S. threats, ongoing attacks, and diplomatic movements indicates that the war has reached a sensitive stage where both escalation and negotiation remain possible paths.
Reports also indicate that the United States has presented a 15-point plan to end the war, which includes the complete halt of Iran’s nuclear program, ending support for regional groups, and guaranteeing freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz. The plan also includes a temporary ceasefire of about one month and even proposes the shutdown of key facilities such as Natanz, Fordow, and the Isfahan nuclear center. However, Iran has rejected direct negotiations, although indirect consultations continue.
Iran has announced that only ships deemed “non-hostile” and coordinated with it will be allowed to pass through the Strait of Hormuz, and vessels linked to countries involved in the attacks are excluded from this rule.
In another development, it has been reported that Mohammed bin Salman, the Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia, supports the continuation of the war and sees it as an opportunity to reshape the regional order. This reflects differing approaches regarding whether to end or continue the conflict.
Inside Iran, security measures have significantly increased, with thousands of checkpoints, widespread patrols, and the deployment of tens of thousands of police forces across the country.
In the region, attacks have also continued, including a drone strike on Kuwait Airport that caused a fire in a fuel tank and disrupted flights. At the same time, reports have emerged of strikes on targets in Tehran, the capital of Iran, and other cities such as Shiraz, Karaj, and Qazvin. The United States has also claimed that it has struck thousands of military targets in Iran and reduced the country’s combat capabilities.
