Iran warns U.S. ground troops would be 'set on fire' as regional diplomats meet in Pakistan to discuss the war

An Iranian official warned the U.S. against deploying ground troops in the region, threatening they would be "set on fire," as regional diplomats gathered in Pakistan on Sunday to explore opening direct diplomatic channels between Washington and Tehran. The warning comes amid ongoing regional tensions and reflects Iran's hardline posture toward potential American military escalation. The diplomatic meeting represents a rare effort to establish talks between the two adversaries and potentially de-escalate the conflict. The timing underscores how military threats and diplomatic initiatives are unfolding simultaneously as both sides navigate heightened regional instability. Success in opening direct communication could significantly alter the trajectory of U.S.-Iran relations, though Iran's aggressive rhetoric suggests deep skepticism about negotiations on the American side.