Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi accused the United States of choosing military action instead of diplomacy. He said Iran will never give in to pressure and questioned why the US keeps increasing tensions when talks are still possible. The situation in the Strait of Hormuz remains tense. The US and Iran both blamed each other for recent attacks involving missiles, drones, warships, and oil vessels. The United States said Iranian forces attacked three American warships with drones and missiles. Iran denied this and instead accused the US of attacking Iranian ships and coastal areas. Iranian officials said one cargo ship caught fire near Minab, and at least 10 injured sailors were taken to hospital while rescue teams searched for others. US President Donald Trump claimed American forces destroyed several Iranian drones, missiles, and boats during the clashes. He also warned that the US would respond even more strongly if Iran does not quickly agree to a deal. Meanwhile, the US continues its naval blockade around Iranian ports to pressure Tehran into accepting US demands. Iran has also been controlling parts of the Strait of Hormuz and targeting US allies in the Gulf in response to earlier US and Israeli attacks. Despite the fighting, Trump said the ceasefire is still active and that talks are expected to continue. Iran is expected to give its response to recent US proposals soon.