US, Iran signal talks while escalating strikes in high-stakes standoff
2026-03-28 09:47:11 source：CGTN
March 27, 2026
The United States and Iran are sending renewed signals of possible negotiations, with President Donald Trump repeatedly pointing to progress in talks. Yet even as diplomatic messaging intensifies, military operations continue to escalate, with both sides stepping up strikes and accelerating preparations for potential ground combat.
On Thursday evening, loud explosions rocked Iran's capital, Tehran and air defense systems engaged in heavy interception. The situation sharply intensified as US and Israeli military operations against Iran entered their 27th day.
The Israeli military said that it has struck more than 1,000 Iranian weapons production targets as part of an expanded campaign against Tehran's military-industrial infrastructure.
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