After seven days of war in the Middle East, Iran said on Sunday that it will defend itself as long as necessary against Israel and the United States, with President Donald Trump threatening to strike Iran’s Kharg region “for fun.”
The Iranian Foreign Minister, Abbas Araqchi, denied seeking negotiations for a ceasefire, contradicting Trump’s statements. He clarified that Iran has never asked for a ceasefire or negotiations and is prepared to defend itself for as long as needed.
There is no indication of the conflict easing. The Iranian Revolutionary Guards claimed to have launched missiles and drones at targets in Israel and American military bases in the region.
As tensions continue to escalate, discussions are ongoing about the formation of a coalition to escort ships through the strategic strait of Ormuz. The United States is considering announcing the coalition formation in the coming days.
On the diplomatic front, French President Emmanuel Macron confirmed holding discussions with Iranian President Massoud Pezeshkian to urge an immediate end to the unacceptable attacks in the region.
The conflict has displaced over 800,000 people in Lebanon, with many seeking refuge in makeshift shelters. The situation remains tense, with both sides continuing their military actions.
As the situation unfolds, various countries are considering different strategies to address the crisis. The international community is closely monitoring the developments and exploring potential diplomatic avenues to de-escalate the conflict.
Context: The news article provides updates on the ongoing conflict in the Middle East involving Iran, Israel, and the United States, detailing military actions, diplomatic conversations, and humanitarian impacts.
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