Was Ghalibaf forced to resign? Iran's parliament speaker quits ceasefire role during key talks phase

Fresh turmoil has hit Iran’s negotiation track as reports claim Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf has been sidelined from ceasefire talks amid internal rifts. Sources point to interference by IRGC-linked figures and a breakdown of a Qatar-backed Hormuz deal proposal. At the same time, the U.S. has quietly strengthened its military posture, deploying a third aircraft carrier to the region. Despite the escalation, Donald Trump insisted he is “not under pressure,” warning that time is running out for Tehran. With diplomacy faltering and forces building, the crisis appears to be entering a critical phase.