President Donald Trump has issued a stern ultimatum to Iran, stating a deal must be reached within 10 to 15 days, or "bad things happen." This warning coincides with an increased US military posture in the Middle East, including the approach of a second US carrier.
Iran, meanwhile, conducted joint military drills with Russia, signaling readiness for potential conflict should negotiations over its nuclear program falter. Analysts suggest both sides may be using the current period for final war preparations. Iran maintains its nuclear program is peaceful, while the US and allies suspect it aims for weapons development.
Ambassador Amir Saeid Iravani informed the UN Security Council that while Iran seeks no war, any US aggression would be met with a "decisive and proportionate" response, targeting hostile forces in the region.
International concern is mounting, with Poland urging its citizens to depart Iran immediately due to rapidly escalating risks. Germany has also relocated non-essential personnel from a base in Iraq. The US has deployed an additional 50 combat aircraft to the region, reinforcing the President's threat of a major air and missile campaign if talks fail.