US strikes Iran's Qeshm Island; Trump claims progress in Tehran talks

US President Trump confirmed new strikes on Iran's Qeshm Island, escalating military action while simultaneously claiming 'a lot of progress' in nuclear negotiations with Tehran. The dual message signals a coercive diplomacy approach, but the strikes mark a significant escalation in the US-Iran confrontation. Uncertainty remains over the extent of damage and Iran's response, which could derail talks.

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