Daily brief
President Trump has stated that any war with Iran would be 'over quickly,' as Tehran reviews a US peace proposal. Iran is expected to respond to the proposal as early as May 7, and both sides are reportedly working toward talks to end the fighting. Despite Trump's optimism, analysts note that no breakthrough has been achieved, and the administration appears trapped by its own strategy. (ongoing coverage)
The Trump administration has sown confusion as it tries to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, while Iran keeps strategic leverage in the waterway.
Iran’s president said he recently met with the yet-to-be-seen supreme leader, as Tehran’s ministries are set to resume full operations from May 9.
President El-Sisi reaffirmed Egypt's support for the UAE during a visit to Abu Dhabi following Iran attacks.
Pakistan welcomed the Iran-US deal signed in its capital, as a US senator thanked China for its Iran efforts and called for a Boeing deal.