Diplomatic representatives from both nations have arrived in Muscat for a surprise round of mediated talks focused on a maritime de-escalation framework.

President Donald Trump warned Wednesday morning on social media that Iran “will have to pay the price” after Tehran allegedly shot down a U.S. Army Apache helicopter over the Strait of Hormuz.

President Donald Trump's decision to strike Iran this week was preceded by nearly two weeks of building frustration over Tehran's delayed response to a proposal aimed at ending conflict and reopening the Strait of Hormuz.

Pope Leo stated that Christians cannot promote war and labelled the "just war" concept "outdated" during a homily in Barcelona.

President Donald Trump announced potential new military actions against Iran on Wednesday, should peace negotiations fail.

The United States ramped up pressure on Iran on Wednesday, with President Donald Trump threatening more strikes and the Treasury Department slapping fresh sanctions on entities.

Over the last 48 hours, a US Apache helicopter was brought down over the Strait of Hormuz, the US responded with strikes against Iranian air defence, ground control stations and surveillance radar sites, and Iran then launched strikes against US bases in Bahrain and Jordan.

President Trump stated that a deal with Iran, which he described as being in its "final throes," could be signed in "two to three days."