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Trump declares interim Iran deal over

President Trump announced that the interim accord intended to curb hostilities with Iran has collapsed. Following the declaration, he warned that the United States is prepared to launch new military strikes against Iranian interests. The move marks a sharp escalation in regional volatility as both nations exchange fire.

Why it matters

The abandonment of the interim truce significantly raises the risk of direct, large-scale military conflict in the Middle East.

Context

The interim agreement was initially sought to de-escalate maritime and regional military confrontations in the Persian Gulf.