Iran Threatens US Bases Amid Failing Nuclear Talks

Tensions between the United States and Iran have intensified with President Donald Trump expressing decreased confidence in reviving a nuclear deal after five rounds of negotiations. Iranian Defense Minister Aziz Nasirzadeh warned that all U.S. bases in the region would be targeted if conflict erupts, underscoring Tehran's readiness to strike amid stalled talks. Trump reiterated that Iran will never be allowed to develop a nuclear weapon, signaling a firm stance that could involve military action if diplomacy fails. Despite Iran's insistence on continuing uranium enrichment for civilian purposes, the Trump administration demands zero enrichment capacity, leading to rejection of Iran's latest proposals. Upcoming talks are scheduled to resume in Oman, but prospects remain bleak, with experts warning that failure could escalate military threats and regional instability. Gulf Arab states support the talks under Trump, but Israel remains a potential wild card in the unfolding situation.