Iran won't escalate tensions but will defend itself, says Pezeshkian amid Trump's warning | TheBriefWire
Iran won't escalate tensions but will defend itself, says Pezeshkian amid Trump's warning
Published 4 August 2026 ยท world
Iran states it will defend its security while the US president claims a last chance for a deal. Conflicting reports emerge regarding ongoing negotiations between
Iran states it will defend its security while the US president claims a last chance for a deal. Conflicting reports emerge regarding ongoing negotiations between Iran and the United States.
Shipping activity through the Strait of Hormuz remains subdued amid these diplomatic claims. Iran's IRGC reportedly launched a drone attack on a US military base
in Kuwait. Tehran also prepared retaliatory strikes on Ukraine after a vessel incident.