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The speaker of Iran's parliament stated that a mixed strategy of incentives and pressure has no effect on the country. He added that progress requires agreement on seven specific conditions.
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One insider alleges the government intends to attack Iran following next week's elections, noting that military aircraft are repositioning for the operation.
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US authorities are said to be preparing military action against Iran once next week's elections conclude.
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A source says Tehran refuses to restore shipping lanes or start talks until Washington satisfies seven undisclosed requirements. The country also denied recent diplomatic contacts and warned of counterattacks on regional targets.
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Defense Secretary Hegseth is said to have removed Lieutenant General Brett Sylvia from his leadership role in strategy and policy. The move comes as President Trump minimizes the importance of current diplomatic discussions with Iran.
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JD Vance reportedly contacted Mohsen Rezaei at Trump's direction to restart peace talks. The goal is to avoid a short, intensive US military strike on Iran if diplomacy fails before the midterm elections.
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Vance is said to have reached out to an Iranian hardliner in an effort to resume negotiations. Trump is aware of the move but threatens to resume military strikes after the midterm elections.
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