New York: In a recent exchange with reporters, U.S. President Donald Trump declared that he is “not in the mood to talk to Iran” at the moment. He emphasized that he is not merely seeking a ceasefire but a real and lasting end to the conflict involving Iran. Trump reiterated on Truth Social that he has not initiated any peace talks with Iran “in any way, shape, or form,” and insisted that Tehran should have accepted the agreement that was previously on the table.
This statement comes at a time when the Iran-Israel conflict has entered a deadly new phase, marked by intense missile exchanges, mounting civilian casualties, and targeted strikes on critical infrastructure.
According to reports, Iran launched a wave of missile strikes on Israeli territory, including areas near Tel Aviv and the Mossad headquarters. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) described the attacks as a “legitimate retaliation” for Israeli aggression, claiming they struck strategic intelligence and military sites with precision.
In response, Israel carried out devastating airstrikes across Iran, including in Tehran, Isfahan, and Lorestan. These strikes reportedly killed over 220 people, including women and children, and targeted nuclear facilities and senior military officials. Among the casualties was Ali Shadmani, Iran’s wartime chief of staff and a close advisor to Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
The conflict has also seen media infrastructure targeted, with an Israeli strike hitting the headquarters of Iran’s national broadcaster IRIB during a live broadcast. The attack killed a staff member and injured several others, prompting Iran’s Foreign Ministry to label it a war crime.
As the violence escalates, Trump’s firm stance signals a shift away from diplomacy, aligning with his administration’s broader posture of maximum pressure on Iran. With both nations locked in a cycle of retaliation, the international community watches with growing concern over the potential for a wider regional war.
