Trump Warns of ‘Much Higher Level’ Attacks as Iran Crisis Deepens
WASHINGTON : Tensions surrounding the Iran crisis escalated sharply after Donald Trump warned that the United States could launch attacks at a “much higher level” if Tehran refuses to reach a new agreement with Washington.
Trump claimed the past 24 hours included “very good talks” with Iran and said a breakthrough deal remains “very possible,” signaling that behind-the-scenes diplomacy is still active despite rising military threats. The comments come as fears of a wider Middle East conflict continue to grow.
Iran’s Foreign Ministry confirmed that Tehran has not yet formally responded to the latest US proposal. However, officials revealed that diplomatic messages are still being exchanged through Pakistan, which is reportedly playing a mediation role between the two sides.
Meanwhile, the United Arab Emirates strongly condemned what it described as Iran’s “unacceptable” and “hostile” behaviour after Tehran accused Abu Dhabi of cooperating with hostile actors against Iran and hosting military facilities linked to the US and Israel.
The UAE Foreign Ministry said the country’s international partnerships are a “purely sovereign matter” and warned that any direct or indirect threats against its security, infrastructure, residents, or visitors would violate international law and the principles of good neighbourliness.
The latest exchange has intensified concerns that diplomatic tensions between Iran and Gulf nations could further destabilize the region at a time when global markets are already closely watching the possibility of military escalation, oil supply disruptions, and renewed conflict across the Middle East.