🇺🇸🇮🇷 - Flash: Trump rejected Iran's cease-fire proposal for seven days and privately told aides he expected to resume bombing Iran after the November midterm elections, according to the Wall Street Journal.

US officials say Trump has no plans to lift the blockade, betting that economic pressure will force Tehran to accept Washington's demands.

Indirect talks through Qatar and other mediators continue, but Trump reportedly doubts Iran will accept his nuclear terms. The extent of the possible strikes remains unclear, and officials say his position could still change.