US-Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: Pakistan delivers letter to Iran’s Supreme Leader as US downs Tehran drones

Donald Trump’s remarks came as the US and Iran continued negotiations to end the conflict, which entered its fourth month last week. (AI-generated image)

US-Israel-Iran War News LIVE: US President Donald Trump on June 7 rejected the proposal of unfreezing Iranian assets, or lifting any sanctions upfront as part of any deal with Tehran, Reuters reported.

Iran had earlier launched ballistic missiles and drones towards Bahrain and Kuwait in response to recent US strikes on its surveillance infrastructure. While Gulf and US officials said the projectiles were intercepted, Tehran claimed it had targeted American military assets, accusing Washington of violating a ceasefire understanding.

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Alongside the military escalation, the US is weighing tougher economic measures, including the possible use of frozen Iranian assets to fund reconstruction in affected Gulf states. Meanwhile, diplomatic channels remain active, with Pakistan stepping in to mediate and regional flashpoints—from Lebanon to global shipping routes—adding to concerns of a wider conflict.

What CENTCOM said:  US Central Command (CENTCOM) confirmed the latest interception, underscoring heightened military readiness in the region.

“Earlier today, US forces in the Middle East shot down two Iranian one-way attack drones that threatened international maritime traffic in the Strait of Hormuz,” CENTCOM said in a statement.

It added, “American forces remain postured and ready to continue defending against Iranian aggression.”

Latest developments:

US forces intercepted and destroyed two Iranian drones targeting shipping lanes in the Strait of Hormuz.

Iran launched missiles and drones at Bahrain and Kuwait; officials say the attacks were successfully intercepted.

Washington is exploring using billions in frozen Iranian assets for reconstruction in Gulf states affected by attacks.

Pakistan has renewed mediation efforts, sending Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi to Tehran with a message from Army Chief Asim Munir.

Regional tensions remain high, with Israel-Hezbollah clashes intensifying and global concern growing over shipping and energy security.

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