Iran Warns US Against Fresh Strikes
Iran has warned that it could accelerate its nuclear programme if the United States launches fresh military strikes, as the fragile US-Iran ceasefire faces renewed pressure and global oil markets react to rising uncertainty.
Iran Warns US Over Fresh Military Action
Tehran issued the warning amid growing concern that the ceasefire between Iran and the United States could collapse. Iranian officials said any renewed American attack would trigger a stronger response and could push Iran to intensify its nuclear activity.
The warning comes after US President Donald Trump said the ceasefire was on “life support,” signalling deep frustration with the state of negotiations. Washington and Tehran remain divided over ceasefire terms, sanctions, oil exports and security arrangements in the Gulf.
US-Iran Ceasefire Faces Collapse Risk
The ceasefire was intended to reduce military tensions after weeks of conflict and disruption in the region. However, both sides have continued to accuse each other of bad faith, while diplomatic efforts have struggled to produce a stable settlement.
Iran has continued to link any lasting agreement to sanctions relief, an end to restrictions on its oil trade and guarantees against future attacks. The United States has pushed for stronger limits on Iran’s nuclear and military activity.
Oil Prices Rise Amid Hormuz Tensions
The uncertainty has pushed oil prices higher as traders assess the risk of renewed conflict around the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most important energy shipping routes.
Any fresh escalation could affect crude oil and LNG movement through the Gulf, with major importers including India, China, Japan and South Korea exposed to supply shocks. The crisis has kept global energy markets on edge as diplomacy remains fragile.
