Daily brief
President Donald Trump stated he has held conversations with Iranian leaders and plans further talks, expressing hope the US would not need to take military action against Iran. He also claimed Iran wants a deal and referenced a US naval buildup.
Iran's Foreign Minister stated the country is prepared for fair nuclear talks with the US but will not discuss its defense capabilities or negotiate under threat.
Iranian and Turkish officials held talks in Ankara, with both sides emphasizing diplomacy as the solution to regional tensions.
Russian President Vladimir Putin met Iran's top security official, Ali Larijani, at the Kremlin amid increased US pressure on Tehran.
Iran's Foreign Ministry condemned the EU's blacklisting of the IRGC as 'illegal and hypocritical' (ongoing coverage).