US-Iran standoff at climax

Trump demands surrender, threatens decimation; Iran proposes Hormuz corridor via Oman (dual-route system, fee controversy). Conflicting narratives on ceasefire talks. Internal White House rifts, Senate rebuke fails, 64% say war not worthwhile. Israel skeptical, kills 2 in Gaza. Oil volatile. New analysis shows Trump trapped between escalation and deal. Iran internal friction emerges: President Pezeshkian admits difficult contact with Khamenei, potential instability.