Diplomatic channels and military postures collide in the Persian Gulf as the United States and Iran exchange threats regarding the Strait of Hormuz and recent strikes.
Negotiations and military actions developed simultaneously as diplomatic efforts intensified with Qatari mediation to avoid a resumption of hostilities. Meanwhile, the official Iranian news agency Irna reported witness accounts stating that two projectiles struck the Suza area on Qeshm Island in southern Iran after aircraft noise was heard. Donald Trump addressed questions regarding the operation by stating: Non voglio parlarne. Abbiamo condotto un piccolo attacco in Iran. Hanno costruito un dispositivo antiaereo e lo abbiamo messo fuori combattimento in 15 minuti, forse cinque
.
Divisions in Washington and Military Responses
The internal divisions within the White House intensified following the midterm elections. JD Vance and envoy Steve Witkoff push for a peaceful end to the conflict and a new ceasefire, whereas Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth and US Central Command head Brad Cooper advocate for a return to combat. Concurrently, Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Treasury Scott Bessent press for heightened sanctions and the continuation of blockades. Benjamin Netanyahu similarly favors a resumption of fighting.
In response to the mounting pressure, the Iranian military asserted that its armed forces are più forte
than at the start of the war. Mohammad Akraminia, the military’s spokesperson cited by Irna, stated that forces are at a heightened state of alert. Su ordine della Guida Suprema, qualsiasi risposta delle forze armate sarà immediata, efficace e senza limiti geografici
, Akraminia added.
US Offers Financial Reward for Iranian Nuclear Details
As tensions persist, the US Central Command announced a financial offer of 20 million dollars oltre alla possibilità di trasferirsi altrove
for individuals who provide details regarding the Iranian nuclear program, encompassing its facilities, equipment, and associated personnel.
Bernie Sanders called on Democrats controlling both chambers of the upcoming Congress to defund the conflict, labeling the war illegale
and incostituzionale
while noting that the hostilities have cost hundreds of billions of dollars and resulted in numerous casualties.
Iran Sends Nuclear Proposal to United States
Iran has sent a nuclear proposal to the United States via Qatar, though an official stated it will be discussed only after Washington meets seven conditions previously communicated by Tehran. Meanwhile, Olinto Valentini reported that his 28-year-old daughter Aurora—a Turin resident originally from Bisceglie who was detained alongside other Italians in the West Bank while harvesting olives—is doing well and could soon reach Ben Gurion Airport in Tel Aviv to return to Italy.
