Live updates: Trump says U.S. could seize Iran's Kharg Island, but talks up diplomacy
President Donald Trump has threatened to destroy Iran's civilian energy and water infrastructure if a deal to end the war is not reached soon. The conflict has resulted in over 3,000 deaths across the Middle East, with oil prices rising to $115 a barrel, the highest level since the conflict started.
President Donald Trump threatened to destroy Iran's energy and water infrastructure if a deal is not reached soon. He claimed great progress was being made in talks, but Tehran said US proposals were unrealistic. Trump also expressed interest in seizing Iran's Kharg Island export hub. The conflict has killed over 3,000 people, including 1,900 in Iran and 1,200 in Lebanon. Oil prices have risen to $115 a barrel. Israel has expanded its invasion of Lebanon, seeking a security zone to halt the threat from Iran-backed Hezbollah.
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