Tensions between the United States and Iran have been escalating, with both sides involved in attacks. However, regional officials report that mediators have made progress in getting the two countries back to negotiations. A period of rapidly escalating tensions has recently subsided, with both the US and Iran pausing their attacks.

This pause has lasted for three days, following about two weeks of sustained bombardments. Further details on the situation are available from regional news sources, including reports of drone attacks and claims of attacks on oil facilities by Iran-backed groups.