US-Iran War Live Updates: Trump says Tehran response 'unacceptable'; Netanyahu believes war 'not over'

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reiterated that the conflict with Iran is unresolved, emphasizing that Iran’s uranium enrichment sites must be dismantled. His comments came amid a fragile ceasefire, with global markets reflecting uncertainty—Dow Jones futures dropped 200 points, while oil prices climbed above $100 per barrel, with Brent crude nearing $105. Former US President Donald Trump criticized Iran’s response to Washington’s proposal as 'unacceptable', signaling continued hostility. Meanwhile, Iran’s state broadcaster IRIB condemned Trump’s stance, accusing the US of demanding 'surrender' and rejecting Iran’s demands for war reparations, sanctions relief, and control over the Strait of Hormuz. A CIA assessment suggested Iran could withstand a potential US blockade for four months, though a US official disputed this, claiming the blockade is already causing severe economic damage. Diplomatic tensions escalated as the UK and France prepared to host a virtual meeting of over 40 defense ministers to discuss securing trade routes through the Strait of Hormuz. Iran warned against Western military deployments, including Britain’s HMS Dragon and France’s aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle. China’s factory-gate inflation also rose sharply in April due to rising global energy prices tied to the conflict. The war’s economic ripple effects extended to India’s Agra, where footwear manufacturers faced rising raw material costs and shipping disruptions, threatening the city’s status as a key global export hub. Trump’s upcoming meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping is expected to include discussions on Iran, with the US pressuring China over trade with Tehran and potential weapons exports. While a ceasefire remains in place, regional instability persists, with Iran threatening retaliation against nations supporting US-led restrictions on the Strait of Hormuz. Global markets and supply chains continue to feel the impact as the conflict’s resolution remains uncertain.