From Conflict to Diplomacy: Iran and Israel's Tense Standoff

Amid intensifying hostilities, Iran has urged U.S. President Donald Trump to influence Israel towards a ceasefire. As Israeli forces intensify their aerial assault and Iran retaliates with missile strikes, hopes pivot towards diplomacy as a pathway to resolve the four-day-old conflict.

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi insists that halting Israel's aggression is crucial for diplomacy to take root. Despite significant losses and infrastructure damage on the Iranian side, Israel reiterates its commitment to its military objectives.

With the conflict disrupting daily lives and raising global oil prices, the need for a resolution is urgent. Iran's overture towards nuclear compromise invites a potential diplomatic break, contingent upon Washington's intervention and Israel's cessation of hostilities.

(With inputs from agencies.)