US President Donald Trump said Iran is ready to make a deal to end the war, but Washington wants better terms, signaling no letup in a conflict that's brought shipping in the strategic Strait of Hormuz to a near standstill.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said the Islamic Republic hasn't asked for talks or a ceasefire, citing the US's 'illegal war' with no chance of victory.
Flights were temporarily suspended at Dubai airport after a drone strike targeted facilities near the airfield, causing damage to fuel tanks.
Australia has ruled out sending a warship to the Middle East to keep the Strait of Hormuz open, while Germany's foreign minister said Berlin doesn't see a role for NATO in securing the key global shipping route.
