Iranian parliament member Mahmoud Nabavian has called on Iran to launch preemptive attacks against U.S. interests throughout the Middle East, in a social media statement issued amid continuing tensions between Washington and Tehran. The remarks follow a fragile ceasefire (an agreement to halt fighting) that has paused large-scale hostilities since June 2026. Nabavian said U.S. vulnerabilities, including fuel prices and upcoming elections, created an opportune moment for decisive action. The proposal to widen the conflict beyond Iran’s borders has raised implications for regional security and ongoing negotiations. The statement is being viewed as consistent with increased tensions and a reduced likelihood of a U.S.-Iran deal that includes reconstruction funding. Markets are pricing the development as potentially disruptive to negotiations, with support for a YES outcome on a U.S.-Iran deal declining. U.S. President Donald Trump and Iranian Foreign Minister Javad Zarif may respond, while observers are watching for renewed hostilities or diplomatic breakthroughs that could change market pricing. Vera offers live prediction-market analysis and invites users to sign up.