U.S. Informs Israel of Stalled Talks with Iran

ARK News.. A Hebrew-language Israeli newspaper has reported that the United States administration has informed Israel that negotiations with Iran have reached a deadlock due to a “lack of trust” between the two sides.

According to Israel Hayom, citing a diplomatic source, this lack of trust remains the primary obstacle to any breakthrough. Iran is demanding an immediate ceasefire with international guarantees against renewed attacks, while Washington is insisting on conditions including the full and unconditional reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and the handover of all enriched uranium stockpiles.

The source added that both the U.S. and Israel are preparing to expand the scope of military strikes for at least 10 more days, focusing on infrastructure linked to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, as well as civilian facilities allegedly used by the government, in an effort to undermine Tehran’s ability to finance its military activities.

According to assessments presented by U.S. President Donald Trump, operations have achieved tangible results in several areas, particularly Iran’s nuclear and missile capabilities. Reports claim that much of the military nuclear infrastructure has been destroyed, along with approximately 80% of advanced missiles and 90% of launch platforms.

The report also highlighted that “regime change or weakening” has emerged as a strategic objective discussed between Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, while acknowledging that such a path could take months given the weakness of internal opposition.

It concluded that Israeli assessments suggest the war is unlikely to end without an agreement ensuring the full restoration of maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz.

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