Push for diplomacy continues even as strikes in Iran, Hormuz intensify, US official says

Despite ongoing military actions and heightened tensions across the Middle East, a senior US official stated that diplomatic channels "are continuing." The past night saw no direct military engagement between the US and Iran, but the region remains on edge following a recent surge in conflict.

This latest escalation, now in its third day, began with attacks on commercial tankers in the Strait of Hormuz. This was followed by US strikes within Iran and retaliatory Iranian missile and drone attacks targeting US bases in the Gulf region. The report also notes the recent funeral procession for former Iranian supreme leader Ali Khamenei, who was assassinated four months prior.

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diplomacy is continuing

Adding another layer of concern, Israel has reportedly shared intelligence with the US concerning a potential Iranian plot to assassinate President Donald Trump. While the White House has not officially commented, Trump himself alluded to threats against his life, stating he is on "every list" and has been "a little lucky" so far. The Israeli Embassy in Washington declined to comment on the intelligence sharing.

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They want to eliminate the leader of the US, me. I am on every list. I saw this morning, I am on every one of their lists. And so far, I suppose I have been a little lucky, but that may not last much longer.