U.S.-Israel war on Iran LIVE: Follow The Hindu for updates on the West Asia conflict on March 25, 2026

Iran officials deny any talks held with the US, as Donald Trump claims talks had taken place towards ending the war.

The war’s tempo remained high a day after Donald Trump delayed his self-imposed deadline for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

Intense Iran-Israel conflict escalates as airstrikes and missile attacks continue amid uncertain negotiations and rising tensions.

U.S.-Israel war on Iran LIVE: Follow The Hindu for updates on the West Asia conflict on March 25, 2026

U.S.-Israel war on Iran LIVE: Follow The Hindu for updates on the West Asia conflict on March 26, 2026

Trump claims Iran is afraid to negotiate a deal amid ongoing conflict, despite Tehran's denial of participation in talks.

U.S.-Israel war on Iran LIVE: Follow The Hindu for updates on the West Asia conflict on March 26, 2026

U.S.-Israel war on Iran LIVE: Follow The Hindu for updates on the West Asia conflict on March 26, 2026

While Donald Trump claimed the US was in talks with Iran, Iran has denied the existence of direct negotiations. Meanwhile, Israel has launched strikes in Iran and Lebanon.

U.S.-Israel war on Iran LIVE: Follow The Hindu for updates on the West Asia conflict on March 26, 2026