Iran launched a new wave of missile attacks targeting Tel Aviv that damaged residential areas, even as President Donald Trump claimed diplomatic progress and announced a five-day pause on striking Iranian energy sites.

The Iranian Revolutionary Guard dismissed Trump's assertions of diplomatic breakthrough, with officials calling the U.S. president's statements "contradictory behavior" that would not distract them from military operations. The strikes on Tel Aviv reportedly caused damage to civilian neighborhoods.

Trump announced the temporary halt on targeting Iranian energy infrastructure following what he described as "good" talks with Tehran. An Iranian official confirmed Monday that the U.S. had sent messages through a mediator that are currently under review by Iranian leadership.

Meanwhile, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has been urging Trump in recent conversations to continue military pressure on Iran, according to people briefed on the discussions by U.S. officials. The Saudi prince reportedly views the current situation as a "historic opportunity" to reshape the regional balance of power.

The conflicting signals from Washington and Tehran have created confusion about the actual status of any potential diplomatic engagement. While Trump touted progress toward a negotiated settlement, Iranian actions on the ground suggested no immediate de-escalation of military operations.

The developments highlight the complex dynamics at play in the Middle East conflict, with regional allies pushing for different approaches while both the U.S. and Iran appear to be pursuing parallel diplomatic and military tracks.