Daily brief
U.S. President Donald Trump has warned Iran that time is running out to make a nuclear deal, suggesting a future U.S. attack would be 'far worse' than previous ones. He also mentioned a 'massive armada' is headed toward the region. In response, Iran's UN mission stated Tehran is ready for dialogue but warned the U.S. against pushing for conflict, reminding it of what it called U.S. blunders in wars in Afghanistan and Iraq.
Iran denies any recent contact with the United States or request for talks, contradicting reports of diplomatic phone calls.
Turkey's foreign minister warned it would be 'wrong to start war again' and urged the U.S. to begin nuclear talks with Iran.
Iran's foreign minister stated negotiations with the U.S. under military threats are not 'useful'.
Egypt has urged de-escalation and diplomacy in talks involving the U.S. and Iran.