According to a source from Axios, the United States is prepared to continue negotiations with Iran this Friday, contingent upon Iran presenting a detailed proposal regarding their nuclear agreement within the next 48 hours. A senior U.S. official indicated that if Iran provides a draft of its proposal, negotiations could potentially resume in Geneva on Friday. This moment is described as possibly Iran's last opportunity to engage meaningfully with the U.S. on the matter of the nuclear deal, amid rising tensions and military preparations by the U.S. near Iranian borders.

Reports suggest that President Donald Trump is on the verge of escalating military action against Iran, with significant troop and equipment buildup in the region. Furthermore, there are indications that Trump is considering more extreme measures, including a plan to target Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and his close associates. The situation remains precarious, as if negotiations fail, Trump may find it challenging to retreat from his aggressive posturing, given the pressure from his advisors, including prominent figures like Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner.

The stakes are high as the negotiations could either lead to a de-escalation of military tensions or, conversely, could spiral into an armed conflict should diplomatic efforts falter. With both sides at an impasse in the past, the next few days will be crucial in determining the future of U.S.-Iran relations and the broader implications for regional stability.