Trump Warns Iran's Leader Amid Nuclear Talks; Hostage Families Visit White House

Iran Nuclear Talks Resurface

• 🤝 Nuclear talks between the United States and Iran are set to resume in Muscat, Oman, following intervention by the Omani government.
• ⚠️ Disagreements over the scope of the talks nearly derailed the process, with Iran reportedly pushing for a narrower agenda focused solely on its nuclear program.
• 🚫 Broader concerns such as ballistic missile production, support for terrorist proxies (Hamas, Hezbollah), and domestic protest crackdowns were excluded from Iran's proposed agenda.

Trump's Rhetoric and US Policy

• 🚨 President Donald Trump issued a stern warning to Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, stating he "should be very worried."
• 💥 Trump claimed US actions against Iran's nuclear program were a turning point, asserting that the US "wiped out their nuclear" and that this action was necessary for peace in the Middle East.
• 🗣️ Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated the US believes a narrow agreement is insufficient, emphasizing the need to include ballistic missiles, sponsorship of terrorism, the nuclear program, and human rights.

Hamas and Hostage Situation

• 🚁 The Israel Defense Forces released drone footage allegedly showing Hamas operatives smuggling weapons into Gaza using ambulances, a violation of international law and the ceasefire.
• 🇺🇸 Former hostages Aviva and Keith Seagull visited First Lady Melania Trump at the White House, expressing gratitude for the administration's support during their captivity.
• 🤝 Keith Seagull specifically thanked the First Lady for her caring and compassionate support during their difficult days.