Iran Rejects US Peace Talks; Israeli Officials See Slim Chance for Deal.

TEHRAN/JERUSALEM: Despite US President Donald Trump’s expressed determination to reach a deal with Iran, Israeli sources suggest that Tehran is unlikely to accept Washington’s current terms. While Trump described preliminary conversations as “very, very good” and claimed Tehran agreed to “zero” enrichment, Iran has flatly denied that any such talks took place. On Tuesday, Israel intensified its military campaign, announcing strikes on Iranian missile-related sites and intelligence facilities.

Adding to the regional heat, Iran’s Revolutionary Guards warned that they would target Israeli forces in northern Israel and the Gaza Strip if civilians are harmed in Lebanon or the Palestinian territories. According to the Wall Street Journal, US Marines are expected to arrive in the Middle East by Friday to bolster regional defenses. Meanwhile, NetBlocks reported that Iran’s internet blackout has now entered its 25th day, leaving the Iranian public largely isolated from the global community as tensions show no signs of easing. (Iranintl)

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