Iran and Israel intensified attacks on the 25th day of the war, even as Donald
Trump signaled possible progress toward talks. Israel pledged to sustain
strikes, while Iran disrupted shipping in the Strait of Hormuz and halted gas
exports to Turkey after attacks on energy infrastructure. Conflicting statements
from Tehran cast doubt on negotiations, though contacts via intermediaries were
acknowledged. Pakistan and other regional powers are pushing mediation. Oil
rebounded above $100 as supply risks mounted, while Gulf states hardened
positions amid continued missile and drone attacks.
