Mohammad Jafar Asadi, a senior figure in Iran's military, indicated that renewed conflict with the United States is likely, particularly after President Donald Trump's recent remarks expressing dissatisfaction with Iranian negotiation proposals. Asadi criticized U.S. officials for their media-driven actions aimed at stabilizing oil prices and resolving the turmoil they have created. He emphasized that Iran's armed forces are fully prepared for any escalation from the U.S., which has been imposing a blockade on Iranian ports. Trump's comments at a rally in Florida, where he likened U.S. Navy operations to 'piracy', further inflamed tensions. The U.S. Navy's actions have included seizing ships in the region, while Iran continues to exert control over the Strait of Hormuz, a vital passage for global oil shipments. Iran's judiciary chief, Gholamhossein Mohseni Ejei, reiterated the country's willingness to negotiate but rejected any imposed peace terms.