LIVESources close to Iranian President 's office firmly denied reports of his resignationLast updated: June 01, 2026 | 08:03Iran President Masoud PezeshkianAFPIran’s chief negotiator has warned the US cannot be trusted, saying Tehran will not accept any deal unless its rights are fully secured. The comments come amid reports of a tougher revised US proposal sent by President Donald Trump. According to Iran’s Tasnim news agency, both sides are still exchanging amendments to the draft, with no final agreement reached. Any changes could further delay efforts to end the Middle East conflict and reopen the Strait of Hormuz after weeks of tense talks. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said that “until a clear conclusion is reached… everything being said now is speculation,” according to state media. Follow our live coverage for the latest updates.Highlights08:03 AM, 1 June 2026Iran Guards say targeted US base: state broadcasterIran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) says it has targeted an air base it claims was used in a US attack on southern Iran.According to the Fars news agency, the strike was carried out in response to an earlier attack on a telecoms tower on Sirik Island in Hormozgan province.The IRGC said its Aerospace Force targeted the air base where the “aggression originated” and claimed that the intended targets were destroyed.07:22 AM, 1 June 2026US responds with self-defence strikes after Iranian aggressionCENTCOM said the 'measured and deliberate' strikes took place on Saturday and Sunday in response to what it described as aggressive Iranian actions, including the downing of a US MQ-1 drone operating over international waters.According to CENTCOM, US fighter aircraft responded by destroying Iranian air defence systems, a ground control station, and two one-way attack drones that it said posed a threat to ships transiting regional waters.No US personnel were injured in the operation.CENTCOM added that it will continue to protect US assets and interests in response to what it called “unwarranted Iranian aggression” during the ongoing ceasefire.Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - simply click here.07:05 AM, 1 June 2026Kuwait air defences currently intercepting missiles, dronesThe General Staff of the Kuwaiti Army says the country’s air defences are currently intercepting hostile missile and drone attacks.Authorities said any explosion sounds being heard are the result of air defence systems engaging and intercepting incoming threats.Officials have urged the public to strictly follow all security and safety instructions issued by the relevant authorities as the situation develops.04:07 AM, 1 June 2026Denied: Reports of Iranian President Pezeshkian's resignation