US-Iran War Live: US President Donald Trump intensified pressure by deploying aircraft carriers and warplanes across the Middle East. (AI-generated image)
US-Iran War Live Updates: Tensions between Washington and Iran are at a critical point as indirect nuclear negotiations in Geneva have failed to reach an agreement on key issues, yet US President Donald Trump indicated on Friday that he will give diplomats more time to try to secure a deal, the Associated Press (AP) reported. Trump said he is “not happy” with how talks are progressing but stopped short of ordering military action immediately.
The latest round of indirect talks between US and Iranian delegates in Geneva, mediated by Badr al-Busaidi of Oman, ended without a breakthrough, with both sides agreeing to continue technical discussions next week. Iran insists it has the right to enrich uranium for peaceful purposes, while the US has demanded strict limits on its nuclear programme.
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Where exactly talks stand: Despite Trump’s remarks, mediators expressed cautious optimism. The Omani foreign minister told US media that a deal could still be possible if negotiators are given enough space to close remaining gaps. Talks are expected to resume in Vienna next week. The head of the International Atomic Energy Agency, Rafael Grossi, also met US officials to discuss oversight of Iran’s nuclear activities, amid ongoing concerns that inspectors have not had full access to key sites.
Military movement and regional steps: While diplomacy continues, the US has increased its military presence in the Middle East. Marco Rubio, who also serves as Secretary of State, plans to visit Israel to discuss regional priorities, including Iran. Several embassies have urged staff and citizens to leave parts of the region amid rising tensions. Trump said he prefers a peaceful resolution but acknowledged there are risks with military involvement. “There’s always a risk,” he said when asked about possible conflict escalation.
Our Global Desk is verifying reports of maritime movement in the Strait of Hormuz and monitoring live statements from US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi. Stay tuned for real-time alerts, satellite imagery analysis, and diplomatic breakthroughs.
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