Iran Signals Unity as US Talks Stall and Strait Tensions Loom

Iranian authorities project near-total unity behind the leadership as diplomacy with the United States stalls and state media push a hardline stance. Foreign Minister Araghchi travels to Pakistan and beyond as Washington asserts leverage, while Trump claims the US has all the cards. The IRGC and government vows retaliation and emphasizes control of the Strait of Hormuz, even as some moderates warn about the impact on civilians and critical infrastructure, and Tehran resumes limited foreign flights amid rising tensions.