US-Iran tensions remain high as Tehran warns it will respond to ‘any aggression’, while Trump says the ceasefire is on ‘life support’.

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Trump says ceasefire is on 'life support' after rejecting Iran's latest proposal

Tensions between the United States and Iran remain high as Tehran warned it was prepared to respond to “any aggression” after US President Donald Trump said the fragile ceasefire was on “massive life support”.

Trump on Monday rejected Iran’s latest response to his peace proposal, calling it “stupid”.

Iran’s parliamentary speaker, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, said Iranian forces are ready to retaliate if attacked, warning the US would be “surprised” by its response.

The sharp exchange has deepened uncertainty around efforts to secure a diplomatic breakthrough to end the war that has triggered a global energy crisis. Despite the impasse, Trump has continued to insist that a negotiated solution remains possible.

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