The United States has carried out fresh airstrikes on targets in southern Iran, escalating tensions in the region. The strikes come just days after Tehran indicated that a deal with Washington was not imminent, casting doubt on the future of the ceasefire.
According to officials, the strikes targeted military installations linked to Iran's ballistic missile program and air defense systems. The operation marks the second round of US attacks on Iranian soil this month, following a previous strike that drew widespread international concern.
The Iranian government has condemned the strikes as a violation of sovereignty, with state media reporting casualties but providing no exact figures. Meanwhile, diplomatic sources suggest that the ceasefire, which had held for several weeks, is now in jeopardy.
"This is a clear escalation," said a Middle East analyst. "Both sides are signaling that they are prepared to continue hostilities, which makes a negotiated settlement increasingly difficult."
The White House has not issued an official statement on the latest strikes, but earlier signs of cessation have now been overshadowed by renewed military action.