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US President Donald Trump has hardened his position on Iran, warning of intensified military action as diplomatic efforts struggle to contain the five-month conflict and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Trump Threatens Stronger Strikes on Iran Speaking during a Cabinet meeting at Camp David, Trump said Iran would be hit “very hard” and indicated that continued fighting would further weaken Tehran. His remarks followed an Iranian missile attack targeting US forces in Jordan, which American officials said was intercepted. The United States subsequently carried out retaliatory strikes against Iranian military targets. Washington has accused Tehran of attacking commercial shipping and US personnel while negotiations were continuing. US-Iran Diplomacy Faces Fresh Setback Trump’s comments suggest diminishing confidence in talks aimed at ending hostilities. The negotiations have focused on Iran’s nuclear programme, restrictions on maritime traffic and arrangements for commercial vessels using the Strait of Hormuz. The administration had recently paused some military operations to create space for diplomacy. However, renewed attacks have reduced expectations of an immediate agreement. Iranian officials have denied responsibility for some incidents attributed to Tehran and warned that further US action would trigger retaliation. Iran Conflict Raises Oil Supply Concerns The White House has not confirmed reports that the United States and Israel are considering attacks on Iranian energy infrastructure. Any such operation could significantly escalate the conflict and affect global oil supplies. The Strait of Hormuz remains central to the crisis because about one-fifth of global petroleum consumption passes through the waterway. Shipping disruptions and military exchanges have already pushed oil prices higher, increasing economic and political pressure on Washington. Despite Trump’s sharper rhetoric, diplomatic channels remain open through regional intermediaries. No timetable has been announced for another round of negotiations.

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