US officials engage with Iran to prevent Israeli attack
Moneycontrol — April 12, 2024, 04:00 PM UTC
Summary: US officials, including Jake Sullivan and Brett McGurk, are engaging with Iran through diplomatic channels to prevent a potential attack on Israel. Western intelligence suggests Iran may strike Israeli targets imminently, possibly within 48 hours. The US is bolstering defenses and moving military assets to the region. Brent crude futures rose 1.8% to over $91 a barrel. Tensions are high, with fears of a broader regional conflict.
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