Iran's Supreme Leader rejected US President Trump's offer for nuclear talks, citing coercion and predetermined outcomes. Experts warn Iran's confrontational stance and weakened regional influence could lead to war, despite ongoing indirect negotiations with the West and potential prisoner exchanges.
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