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Iran warns the US about a new weapon near Washington as talks stall under growing tensions
International
Published on 30 April 2026

Tehran claims retaliation and teases a weapon close
Iran says US-Iran peace talks are stalling and claims it will soon unveil a “new weapon” positioned close to Washington. Iran’s navy commander framed the threat as retaliation, reacting after Donald Trump rejected Tehran’s latest proposal. The statement also dismissed any expectation of a quick military win, heightening concerns over escalation in the Middle East.
- Iran says US-Iran talks are stalled
- Tehran teases a new weapon near Washington
- Retaliation is cited as the rationale
- Trump’s rejection of a proposal escalates rhetoric
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