Iran Warns of Prolonged Conflict as Trump Threatens Strikes

• •Iran warns that a future war with the U.S. could last longer than the current conflict.
• •President Trump has indicated the U.S. will target remaining sites in Iran, including Pickaxe Mountain.
• •Diplomatic negotiations are ongoing, but both sides are preparing for potential military escalation.

Iran has issued a warning that any renewed war with the United States could last longer than the current conflict, following President Donald Trump's remarks about targeting remaining sites in Iran. Iranian military spokesman Mohammad Akraminia stated that the U.S. would not dictate the terms or timing of a future war. The ongoing conflict began on February 28, 2026, with U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran, leading to Iranian retaliatory missile and drone attacks. Diplomatic efforts to resolve the situation are ongoing, but tensions remain high, especially with U.S. and Israeli elections approaching. Iran's Revolutionary Guards emphasized that any conflict would not be limited geographically, indicating a broader scope for potential military actions. U.S. officials have reportedly discussed ramping up military operations post-election, further escalating the situation. Iran has also set conditions for resuming diplomatic negotiations, which include a warning against any further attacks.