Middle East crisis live: Trump says he is ‘not at all’ worried about possible war crimes as his deadline nears

The Middle East tensions escalate as diplomatic negotiations reach a critical juncture. The Trump administration escalates pressure on Iran regarding the Strait of Hormuz, a vital international shipping route, while Tehran categorically rejects a proposed 45-day ceasefire framework. Iranian officials demand a comprehensive, permanent resolution to the ongoing conflict rather than temporary measures. Meanwhile, concerns mount regarding potential international law violations, though White House officials downplay these apprehensions as negotiations intensify.