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Iran says diplomatic efforts ongoing via mediators amid fighting with US

Iran says diplomatic efforts ongoing via mediators amid fighting with US

An Iranian army spokesman asserts the war will continue until deterrence against further attacks has been achieved.

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What Happened
The Iranian Foreign Ministry, represented by spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei, confirmed on Monday that Tehran has received proposals via mediators to end the ongoing conflict with the United States. Despite these diplomatic overtures, military operations continue, with the US conducting a ninth consecutive day of strikes across Iran, including targets in Tabriz and a civilian nuclear power plant under construction in Darkhovin. Iran has responded with ballistic missile strikes—utilizing Kheibar Shekan, Fateh-110, Zolfaghar, and Emad systems—against US military targets and commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, as well as attacks on infrastructure in Kuwait, Bahrain, and Jordan.
Key Actors
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    Esmaeil Baghaei(Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman)Confirmed receipt of diplomatic proposals while maintaining that military deterrence remains the primary objective.
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    Marco Rubio(US Secretary of State)Stated that the US remains open to diplomacy but cited Iranian missile and drone strikes as a primary impediment to negotiations.
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    Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf(Iranian Parliament Speaker)Dismissed US diplomatic claims as contradictory to ongoing military equipment imports and aggressive actions.
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    Mohammad Akraminia(Iranian Army Spokesman)Asserted that military operations will continue until full deterrence against US aggression is achieved.
Why It Matters
The conflict represents a significant escalation in the region, involving direct US strikes on Iranian soil and Iranian retaliatory attacks on US-aligned Arab states. The disruption of shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint for global energy supplies, combined with the collapse of the recent memorandum of understanding between Washington and Tehran, creates a high risk of broader regional destabilization and economic volatility.
Watch For
Monitor for any formal response from Tehran regarding the reported 10-day truce proposal, potential shifts in the US naval blockade of southern Iranian ports, and any indicators of a transition from aerial bombardment to a ground offensive on Kharg Island.
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