The United States is weighing its next move in the conflict with Iran, with President Donald Trump indicating that military action could occur as soon as Sunday, while leaving open the possibility of a major agreement with Tehran.
The latest statement underscores the uncertainty surrounding efforts to end the conflict, which has disrupted regional security and raised concerns about international shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has blamed Washington for the breakdown of interim negotiations. However, Tehran has continued to signal that diplomacy remains an option.
Iran's ambassador to Pakistan said on Saturday that Tehran had offered to reopen the Strait of Hormuz if Washington lifted its naval blockade of Iranian ports. The proposal reflects the central role of maritime access in the ongoing dispute.
The waterway is a key international route for oil and gas shipments. Any further escalation could affect shipping costs, energy markets and the wider global economy.
For now, Trump's remarks indicate that military action is under consideration, not that a new strike has been confirmed. The diplomatic process also remains unresolved, with both sides maintaining sharply different positions on the conditions for an agreement.
Wider Brief will continue to monitor official announcements from Washington and Tehran as the situation develops.