US ambassador hints at possible attack on Iran this weekend

The US ambassador to Turkey, Tom Barrack, said an American attack on Iran could happen as soon as this weekend, while eight foreign ministers met in Istanbul to discuss ending the Iran war. President Donald Trump said he had no knowledge of the ambassador's statement. Barrack, who is also responsible for Syria but not directly involved in Iran policy, said Trump remained open to a deal with Iran after months of talks. The New York Times reported the US and Israel have prepared concrete plans for new attacks after the November 3 congressional elections. Foreign ministers from eight countries, including Germany, Britain, and Saudi Arabia, called for a diplomatic solution and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan warned that a new attack on Iran would spread the war further across the region.