Prospects for a U.S.-Iran peace agreement have deteriorated sharply following a series of attacks in the Gulf over the weekend.
The escalation has reignited fears that the diplomatic channel, which had shown signs of progress, may be closing entirely.
Multiple casualties were reported in the latest round of violence, further hardening positions on both sides.
The development comes as Iran has suspended its peace negotiations with the United States, declaring that continuing talks makes no sense in the wake of renewed Israeli military strikes on Sunday.
Multiple casualties were reported in the latest round of violence, further hardening positions on both sides.
This setback follows a period of stalled negotiations, where both parties failed to reach a consensus despite high expectations for a breakthrough.
The delay signals a significant regression in diplomatic efforts to de-escalate tensions in the region.