Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 01:00pm on 25 Mar 2026,Wednesday International
Iran has dismissed Donald Trump’s claims of ongoing ceasefire talks, mocking Washington for “negotiating with itself” while denying any diplomatic engagement. Even as the US signalled a proposed peace plan, Tehran intensified military action, launching overnight missile and drone strikes targeting Gulf states and US bases in countries such as Kuwait, Bahrain, and Jordan. The escalation highlights deep mistrust between both sides, with Iran continuing retaliation against US-Israeli operations. Rising regional tensions have disrupted oil routes and prompted global concern, as diplomacy stalls and the conflict shows no immediate signs of de-escalation. (PC: AP)
