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\n\tDonald Trump has claimed that Iran is keen to strike a deal to end the ongoing conflict, even as Tehran publicly rejected a US-backed ceasefire proposal and put forward its own conditions.<\/p>\n
\n\tSpeaking at a political event, Trump asserted that negotiations were underway and suggested that Iranian leaders were willing to reach an agreement but were reluctant to acknowledge it openly due to internal pressures.<\/p>\n
\n\tHowever, Iran\u2019s foreign minister dismissed the claim, stating that no talks had taken place and that there were no immediate plans for negotiations. Tehran has instead outlined its own roadmap, which includes guarantees against future attacks, compensation for damages, an end to hostilities, and recognition of its authority over the strategically crucial Strait of Hormuz.<\/p>\n
\n\tAccording to reports, the US proposal included sanctions relief, curbs on Iran\u2019s nuclear and missile programmes, and reopening of the Strait\u2014an essential global oil route.<\/p>\n
\n\tRising toll and escalating tensions<\/p>\n
\n\tThe conflict has led to significant casualties across the region, with over 1,500 deaths reported in Iran and heavy losses also recorded in Lebanon, Israel, and among US forces. Millions have been displaced as violence continues to spread.<\/p>\n
\n\tIn the United Arab Emirates, two people were killed and three injured after debris from a missile interception fell in Abu Dhabi.<\/p>\n
\n\tMeanwhile, in Israel, emergency responders described scenes of devastation following a missile strike in Kfar Qasim, where several people were injured. Authorities have warned of further incoming missile attacks from Iran.<\/p>\n
\n\tMarket jitters amid uncertainty<\/p>\n
\n\tGlobal markets reacted nervously to the uncertain outlook. Oil prices rose again, with Brent crude climbing to nearly USD 99 per barrel, while Asian stock markets largely declined.<\/p>\n
\n\tIndices such as Japan\u2019s Nikkei, South Korea\u2019s Kospi, and Hong Kong\u2019s Hang Seng all closed lower, reflecting investor concerns over prolonged instability and the lack of clarity on de-escalation.<\/p>\n