Iranian forces claim to be "more powerful" than at the beginning of the war

Iranian armed forces claim to be stronger now than at the start of the war, ready to respond to any attack without geographical limits. Amid intensified diplomatic negotiations, U.S. President Donald Trump keeps the option of further bombings open. The Iranian military reported destroying a U.S. drone on Qeshm Island, following recent explosions. Trump acknowledged smaller-scale attacks and linked the Middle East conflict to the Democrats' electoral success. The U.S. military offered a reward for information on Iran's nuclear program, which Iran denies pursuing for weapons. Diplomatic talks mediated by Qatar focus on controlling the Strait of Hormuz, with Iran willing to reopen it under specific conditions, which the U.S. has rejected. Supreme Leader Khamenei warned that renewed U.S. attacks could escalate the conflict, dismissing hopes for a change in U.S. policy.