Tensions in the Middle East are escalating as President Trump reveals secret diplomatic talks with Iran to de-escalate the conflict — but warns that if negotiations fail, fighting will resume. Iran’s sudden willingness to negotiate, he says, stems from recent U.S. pressure. Meanwhile, Houthi rebels, backed by Tehran, claim drone strikes on Saudi oil facilities, while Riyadh reports intercepting drones launched from Iraq. Top U.S. generals urge caution, citing dwindling missile supplies and declining strike effectiveness — a problem Trump blames on Biden’s policies and arms shipments to Ukraine. Iran has paused retaliatory attacks after the U.S. halted strikes, following a wave of daily strikes on Gulf nations. The Strait of Hormuz remains a flashpoint, with Iran refusing to back down on controlling shipping lanes — though talks with Oman hint at possible progress.

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