Reports say the Israeli prime minister was visibly stunned during a joint press conference with Trump, after the latter revealed pending indirect talks with Iran.

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt confirmed on Thursday that US President Donald Trump fully endorses Israel’s renewed offensives in Gaza.

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has stated that Tehran will respond to Trump’s letter, emphasizing that Iran refuses direct negotiations under pressure or threats and will carefully consider all aspects before replying.

In the US, protests have been held at the White House to demand an end to the war and US complicity in the genocide against Palestinians.

The Trump administration withdraws its nominee to be the United States’ official envoy for captive affairs, the White House.

The White House confirms a report saying that the US has engaged in direct negotiations with the Palestinian resistance movement Hamas.

Here are Press TV's latest top stories at 18:00 GMT, March 03, 2025.