#Gate13周年现场直击 In a statement on April 19, U.S. President Trump said that the United States and Iran are about to resume talks in Islamabad, and Iranian official figures have yet to respond formally. Iran’s official news agency, IRNA, posted on its social media account that, “Iran refuses to hold a second round of negotiations with the United States.” Iranian public opinion believes that, with the ongoing U.S. naval blockade at sea, Trump’s announcement is a “battle of public opinion,” aimed at putting pressure on Iran.

Analysts point out that Iran is making preparations for every possible scenario. According to Iran’s Tasnim News Agency on April 19, Iran has prepared for the re-ignition of hostilities, and once fighting resumes, it will make the enemy experience an unforgettable “hellish moment.” On the other hand, Iran is also preparing to participate in the negotiation process while insisting on its own demands. The U.S.-Iran two-week temporary ceasefire will expire at 10:00 a.m. Beijing time on April 22 (Wednesday). Analysts emphasize that developments in the coming days are crucial, as they will determine whether all parties return to the negotiating table, extend the ceasefire period, or whether hostilities reignite and the conflict breaks out again.