U.S. President Donald Trump has issued a fresh warning to Iran, saying Tehran faces what he described as "decapitation" if it fails to reach a new agreement with Washington.
Trump said ongoing diplomatic efforts represent what he called Iran's last opportunity to avoid further military action, while insisting the United States remains prepared to respond if negotiations fail.
According to the president, discussions are continuing with the support of key Gulf allies as Washington seeks a new framework addressing regional security and Iran's nuclear program.
Iran, however, continues to reject claims that it is engaged in direct negotiations with the United States, maintaining that any diplomatic contacts are taking place through intermediaries.
The latest exchange comes amid heightened tensions across the Middle East, where recent military confrontations have increased concerns over the risk of a broader regional conflict.
Regional mediators continue working to narrow differences between the two sides, while international leaders are urging restraint and calling for diplomacy to remain the primary path forward.
With military forces remaining on alert and negotiations continuing behind closed doors, officials around the world are closely watching whether the latest diplomatic push can produce an agreement and prevent another escalation in the region.
