Iran Signals Global Retaliation but Opens Door to Qatar Talks

Iran has warned it will retaliate against any new attack "without geographic limits," expanding beyond the Persian Gulf, while a US delegation is expected in Qatar for talks. Tehran also noted positive "changes in tone" in a letter from Vice President JD Vance. The warning comes amid fears of further military escalation in the Middle East, with Iran vowing an immediate response to any offensive. The US delegation's arrival in Doha represents an in extremis diplomatic effort to reopen dialogue channels before the situation deteriorates. The potential for negotiation is kept alive by signals from Tehran, which has indicated the ground for talks is not entirely compromised. This follows Iran's acknowledgment of Washington's shifted tone, suggesting a fragile opening for engagement.