US Iran War News Live Updates: 'Consequences would be more crushing and bitter', Iran warns US against 'foolishly' restarting war
US President Donald Trump convened a national security meeting amid reports of increased military readiness toward Iran, while Iran warned of 'crushing and bitter' consequences if the US restarts hostilities. Diplomatic efforts by Pakistan and Qatar in Tehran failed to yield progress, with US officials calling negotiations 'agonizing' and Trump reportedly leaning toward military action unless a breakthrough occurs.
US President Donald Trump held a high-level national security meeting as tensions with Iran escalated, with reports indicating he is considering fresh military strikes if ongoing negotiations fail. The White House shared a video of a nuclear-capable B-2 stealth bomber launch, while Pentagon officials stated 'Iran airspace has been completely cleared,' raising fears of imminent conflict. Pakistan Army Chief Field Marshal Asim Munir traveled to Tehran for late-night talks with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, discussing diplomatic efforts to prevent escalation. A Qatari delegation also arrived in Tehran as part of mediation attempts, but Iranian officials confirmed no final agreement was near, while US officials described negotiations as 'agonizing.' Trump’s frustration with diplomacy appears to be growing, with reports suggesting he may authorize military action unless a breakthrough emerges soon. Iranian officials warned the US against restarting hostilities, stating consequences would be 'more crushing and bitter.' The National Iranian American Council criticized a potential war as 'foolish,' arguing it would be wrong morally, strategically, and politically. Meanwhile, a United Nations conference reviewing the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty collapsed for the third consecutive time amid US-Iran disputes over Tehran’s nuclear program and recent strikes on Iranian facilities. International concerns over nuclear escalation and energy security have intensified as military posturing and fragile diplomacy converge in a rapidly deteriorating geopolitical situation.
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