Iran's Revolutionary Guard called the confrontation a retaliation for U.S. actions against vessels linked to Iran and accused Washington of escalating the conflict.
In a heated phone call on Monday, June 1, the US President Donald Trump lashed out at Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu over Israel's operation in Lebanon.
US President Donald Trump has continued to signal optimism about negotiations with Iran, and diplomatic efforts remain active behind the scenes. Yet the reality on the ground suggests a different picture, one where talks and strikes are happening simultaneously rather than sequentially.
Hegseth’s warning reflects a broader message gaining traction across capitals: Regional leadership cannot be imposed, and long-term stability depends on rules, partnerships and restraint rather than hegemony.
While US is claiming that these strikes were defensive operations, Iran is going to see this as an act of aggression and a violation of the ceasefire which has been in place since early April.
As India continues to strengthen its position on the global stage, the meeting between Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is being closely watched by strategic and economic observers alike.