Iran’s supreme leader has threatened an immediate response to a potential attack — one without “geographic limits” — as diplomatic efforts continue in an effort to reduce the threat of a return to all-out war.
Meanwhile, Iran’s foreign minister said a proposal has been reached that would fully reopen the Strait of Hormuz in just two days as talks with mediators remain on track.
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