Standoff at High Stakes: Trump's Demands and Khamenei's Defiance

Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has rejected U.S. President Donald Trump's call for unconditional surrender. Trump hinted at escalated actions, while Israeli forces conducted strikes on Iranian targets. Khamenei warned against threats, saying they will resist. The situation remains tense with international attention focused.

The escalating tensions between the United States and Iran took a dramatic turn as Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei firmly rejected U.S. President Donald Trump's demand for unconditional surrender. While Trump indicated that his patience had run thin, he provided no insight into his next move.

Trump, speaking to reporters, appeared non-committal regarding potential military actions, specifically whether the U.S. might join Israel's bombing campaign against Iran. Meanwhile, escalating Israeli airstrikes on Tehran have prompted a mass exodus of civilians.

In a show of defiance, Khamenei addressed the nation, warning that any U.S. military intervention would incur significant damage. The world watches closely as Trump oscillates between diplomatic solutions and the potential for military engagement in the region.

(With inputs from agencies.)