Iran firmly rejected claims by Donald Trump that Tehran is seeking ceasefire talks. Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi declared that Iran has not asked for negotiations and will continue its retaliation against the U.S. and Israel. Meanwhile, the U.S. push to bring NATO allies into the conflict appears to be facing resistance. Leaders including Keir Starmer have signaled reluctance to join a broader war with Iran, raising questions about Washington’s strategy as global markets react to the escalating Middle East crisis.