As military exchanges replace fragile diplomacy, both Washington and Tehran are signalling that while talks may continue
Iran has issued a fresh warning to the United States, saying any further military action will be met with a “reciprocal response,” hours after US President Donald Trump declared the ceasefire with Tehran was effectively over while leaving the door open for negotiations.
The warning came from Iran’s Parliament Speaker and chief negotiator, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, who accused Washington of violating previous commitments and pursuing a policy of pressure instead of diplomacy. The exchange marks the latest escalation in tensions between the two countries following recent military strikes and growing uncertainty over the future of talks.
Iran warns US against further military action
In a statement, Ghalibaf said the era of “bullying and breaking commitments” was over and warned that Iran would respond if the United States carried out additional attacks.
He also reiterated Tehran’s position on the Strait of Hormuz, asserting that its reopening and security would remain subject to Iran’s own arrangements rather than external pressure.
Trump’s remarks deepen uncertainty
The warning follows Trump’s remarks after the latest US strikes on Iranian targets, in which he declared the ceasefire was “over.”
Speaking on the sidelines of the NATO summit, Trump said he believed further negotiations were unlikely to produce results, although he indicated US representatives could continue diplomatic contacts with Iran if they chose to do so.
Conflict continues despite diplomatic contacts
The latest exchange comes after US strikes targeting Iranian military infrastructure in response to attacks on commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran later retaliated with missile strikes on US military facilities in the Gulf, further raising fears of a broader regional conflict.
Despite the renewed hostilities, diplomatic channels have not been completely shut, with reports indicating that indirect talks through mediators may still continue.
Middle East remains on edge
The escalating rhetoric has added to concerns over regional stability, with global markets closely watching developments around the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most critical oil shipping routes.
Analysts warn that any further military escalation could disrupt energy supplies and increase geopolitical uncertainty across the Middle East.
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