'Doomsday war': Iran's stark warning after Trump delivers latest threat to Tehran

Iran has warned it is prepared for a “doomsday war” with the United States even as Tehran insists it still prefers diplomacy. Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Iran would stand firm against any attack, while arguing a negotiated settlement remained possible. He pointed to Tehran’s seven-day ceasefire proposal, which called for sanctions relief, unfrozen assets and an end to the US blockade. Trump rejected the offer, saying Iran was seeking a deal because it was “losing so badly” and demanding too many concessions upfront. Despite the threats, Araghchi said there was still “always hope for diplomacy”, while accusing Washington of repeatedly undermining talks.