Washington is ready to resume war against Iran if negotiations fail

The United States warned Wednesday that it was prepared to resume military operations against Iran if ongoing diplomatic efforts fail. This statement comes as Washington attempts to portray the recent conflict as a strategic victory, while simultaneously engaging in discussions for a negotiated solution.

The Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, General Dan Caine, affirmed that U.S. forces remained fully engaged. "We hope that Iran will choose a lasting peace," he stated, clarifying that a ceasefire was only a pause. He added that the military was ready to resume combat "with the same speed and precision" as in previous operations.

These remarks come after a marked escalation, during which the president Donald Trump had threatened Tehran with a massive offensive shortly before a ceasefire came into effect. Negotiations are scheduled to begin Friday in Pakistan, where American and Iranian delegations are expected.

Despite the ceasefire agreement, tensions remain high on the ground. The East-West oil pipeline, a strategic infrastructure for Saudi Arabia, was targeted in an attack attributed to Iran. Riyadh announced it had intercepted nine drones, while Kuwait reported similar attempts against its facilities.

US authorities claim to have inflicted significant damage on Iranian military capabilities, citing substantial tactical successes. However, experts point out that the Iranian regime remains intact, which could strengthen its position in future negotiations.

For its part, Tehran also claims victory and approaches the talks with suspicion, illustrating the extent of the differences between the two sides. In this context, the threat of renewed hostilities still hangs over an already fragile region.

The outcome of the upcoming discussions will be crucial in determining whether the ceasefire can evolve into a lasting peace or whether it is merely a pause before a new phase of confrontation.