Iran ramps up regional pressure after renewed US strikes

Following fresh US strikes during the funeral of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Iran has ramped up regional pressure. According to France 24, Iran targeted American allies and threatened US military bases across the region—an effort to force Washington back to the negotiating table. Despite President Trump's claims that the ceasefire is over, backchannel talks are likely still ongoing. Neither side can afford a prolonged conflict, particularly with US midterm elections approaching.

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