Pressure has been increased. US President Donald Trump has warned that more strikes could be carried out against Iran next week unless Tehran agrees to negotiations.
The remarks were made during an interview with Fox News on Tuesday, as military operations between the United States and Iran entered a fourth day.
Fresh Warning Issued
A stronger military response was threatened by Trump if no diplomatic progress is made.
“Next week it gets really bad for them because next week comes the power plants. Next week comes the bridges,” Trump said. “We’re going to knock out all their power plants. We’re going to knock out all their bridges unless they get to the table and negotiate.”
The comments marked one of his strongest public warnings since the latest escalation began.
Military Campaign Continues
US military strikes have continued for a fourth consecutive day. A naval blockade on Iranian ports has also been reimposed, according to US officials.
The latest actions have deepened tensions across the region and raised fresh concerns over the risk of a wider conflict.
Ceasefire No Longer Holding
A ceasefire announced on June 17 has effectively broken down. Fighting has continued despite earlier efforts to reduce hostilities.
Attention has increasingly shifted to the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s busiest oil shipping routes and a strategic waterway for global energy supplies.
Any disruption there is being closely watched by governments and energy markets.
Trump Signals More Action
Trump suggested the military campaign would continue for as long as he considered necessary.
Asked how long the strikes would last, he replied: “They’ll continue until I say it’s enough.”
His comments are likely to add further uncertainty to an already volatile regional situation.
Diplomatic Path Still Open
Despite the military threats, negotiations have again been presented by Washington as a possible way to avoid further escalation.
Iran has repeatedly insisted that its sovereignty and security must be respected in any future talks, while US officials have continued to call for renewed negotiations.
With military operations continuing and diplomatic efforts under strain, the prospect of a negotiated settlement remains uncertain.
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