Iranian President Pezeshkian stated that the Supreme Leader has called for ending the state of "neither war nor peace" with the United States, and that Iran is willing to resolve disputes through equal negotiations. Meanwhile, the Iranian military signaled its intent to strengthen offensive military capabilities.
Trump said U.S. forces destroyed a newly built Iranian air defense system on Friday; Iranian media reported two explosions heard near Qeshm Island. The United States and Iran are still negotiating through intermediaries, but differences over the nuclear issue remain unresolved.
Pentagon officials and military commanders said that thousands of U.S. service members are on standby, and the U.S. and Israeli militaries have formulated a short-term, intensive operational plan targeting Iran. Reports indicate that potential targets include energy facilities, nuclear sites, and arsenals of missiles and drones.
Reuters reports that Iranian representatives have concluded this round of talks with Qatari mediators in Doha, and a draft agreement aimed at ending the US-Iran war is being circulated. Iran stated that the consultations remain based on the "seven-step plan," and further talks may follow.