US and Iranian foreign ministers say diplomatic end to war remains possible

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US and Iranian foreign ministers say a diplomatic end to the war remains possible

On Saturday, the foreign ministers of the US and Iran said a diplomatic end to the war is still possible, according to Al Jazeera. Iran's foreign minister, Abbas Araghchi, said Iran and Qatar have worked out a plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz within two days, provided the US meets Tehran's conditions. Talks are under way in Qatar, while Iran's supreme leader warned that any response to an attack would not be limited by geography.

• Araghchi called US outreach a 'positive step' on Friday, but said Iran does not rule out an attack and is prepared for all scenarios.
• Iranian lawmakers urged withdrawal from the nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty; observers say leaving would not by itself mean Iran would build a weapon.
• Senator Chris Murphy was among senators briefed on Trump's reported plan to restart the war, and warned of devastating consequences. The Atlantic reported the removal of a top Joint Chiefs planner, Lt. Gen. Brett Sylvia, as Trump appears to prepare renewed strikes.
• Iran's IRGC said four tankers struck mines after using 'unauthorised' routes through the Strait of Hormuz.