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US President Trump stated that negotiations with Iran have advanced considerably, claiming that no military casualties have occurred in recent months and that renewed conflict is no longer inevitable. Trump indicated that talks with Tehran are continuing and suggested the situation has fundamentally changed from earlier confrontation.

Qatar’s Prime Minister expressed optimism about the diplomatic track, stating ‘We have achieved very much, I believe we can reach a settlement.’ Vice President Vance is personally leading mediation efforts, maintaining nearly daily contact with Iranian representatives through intermediaries in Qatar and Pakistan, according to Axios reporting cited by Israel Hayom.

However, despite diplomatic progress, the US military remains positioned to resume military operations against Iran within a short timeframe if negotiations fail. A letter was reportedly sent to senior Iranian officials two weeks ago initiating deeper engagement, with discussions now exploring the possibility of direct bilateral meetings between officials.

Sources: www.israelhayom.co.il, Times of Israel, Jerusalem Post, Walla, Ynet

Update 03:45: President Trump confirmed ongoing US military strikes against Iran, stating the confrontation cannot be called a war and describing America’s role as potentially that of an ‘occupying force.’