US-Israel war on Iran widens: Explosions rock Qeshm Island near Hormuz as Trump says conflict ‘can’t go much longer’

US president tells reporters in Oval Office: 'I don't think they [Iran] can go much longer'

Iran's chief negotiator has accused U.S. President Donald Trump of staging "theater diplomacy," as Washington and Tehran offer conflicting accounts of bilateral engagement aimed at ending their months-long hostilities.

His remarks came amid continued military tensions in the region and growing scrutiny over the United States' weapons stockpiles after months of military operations.

Iran has also denied any direct negotiations with the United States.