U.S. President Donald Trump has declared the interim truce agreement with Iran "over," describing further negotiations with Tehran as "a waste of time" following a sharp escalation in military hostilities between the two countries.

According to the U.S. military, American forces launched overnight strikes against dozens of Iranian military targets in response to what Washington said were Iranian attacks on three commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world's most strategically important maritime trade routes.

Iran responded by launching missiles and drones targeting U.S. military facilities in Kuwait and Bahrain, marking another significant escalation in the ongoing confrontation. Regional air defense systems were activated as the attacks unfolded, while both sides accused each other of violating the fragile ceasefire.

Speaking ahead of a NATO summit, President Trump said the interim accord had effectively collapsed, insisting there was no longer any value in negotiating with Tehran after the latest attacks. His remarks signaled a dramatic setback for diplomatic efforts that had sought to reduce tensions and restore stability in the Gulf.