• Khamenei declares victory over Israel and criticizes US involvement in the conflict.
• Trump threatens to bomb Iran again if it resumes nuclear activities.
• US President halts sanction relief efforts following Khamenei's remarks.
• Iran's foreign minister demands respectful communication from the US before any deals.
• The 12-day conflict ended with significant bombings of Iranian nuclear sites by the US and Israel.

Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei claimed victory over Israel in his first public remarks since the recent ceasefire, asserting that Iran "slapped America in the face" following a missile attack on a US base in Qatar. Khamenei emphasized that the country had successfully retaliated against its adversaries during the conflict, which lasted for 12 days before concluding with a US-brokered ceasefire, according to Channel News Asia and Newsweek.

In response to Khamenei's claims, US President Donald Trump reacted strongly, declaring he would consider ordering military strikes on Iran again if it resumed any nuclear activities. Trump stated, "Sure, without question, absolutely," regarding the possibility of further bombing as the situation develops. He also criticized Khamenei's assertion of victory, adding that the Iranian leader's comments were disrespectful and ungrateful after the US conducted significant bombings of Iranian nuclear sites, as reported by India Times and Al Jazeera.

Trump also announced the immediate cessation of efforts to relieve sanctions on Iran, attributing this decision to Khamenei's statements, which he described as filled with "anger, hatred, and disgust." The US President emphasized that he had been contemplating easing sanctions to aid Iran's recovery but pulled back in light of Khamenei's defiance, according to Reuters and BBC.

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi condemned Trump's remarks, labeling them "disrespectful and unacceptable." He stated that for any negotiations to resume with the US regarding Iran’s nuclear program, Trump must change his tone towards Khamenei. Araghchi's comments reflect a national sentiment within Iran, emphasizing pride and defiance against perceived foreign threats, as highlighted by India Times and AA.

As tensions continue to mount, with both sides claiming victories, the aftermath of the US air strikes and the regional implications remain a focal point in international relations, particularly in the context of Iran's nuclear ambitions and Israel's security concerns, according to CBS News and Le Monde.