Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has declared a “disgraceful defeat” for the United States, claiming a new phase in the Hormuz standoff. In a fiery statement, Tehran warned of unprecedented military action if the U.S. blockade continues and insisted its missile and nuclear capabilities are “not for sale.” The remarks come as Donald Trump pushes for renewed talks, even as tensions remain high across the Gulf. With both sides hardening positions, the fragile diplomatic track faces mounting pressure, raising fears that the Iran crisis could spiral into a wider regional confrontation.