Iran Rejects US Peace Talks, Escalates Attacks Amid Regional Tensions

• Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated no plans for negotiations with the US to end the war.
• Iran dismissed a US plan to pause the war, launching attacks on Israel and Gulf Arab countries, including Kuwait International Airport.
• The US proposal, transmitted by Pakistan, included sanctions relief, nuclear program rollback, missile limits, and reopening the Strait of Hormuz.
• An Egyptian official noted the proposal also sought restrictions on Iran's support for armed groups.
• White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt insisted talks are ongoing and productive, despite Iranian denials, with President Trump warning of severe consequences if talks fail.