Donald Trump urged Iran to speed up negotiations with Washington, warning that time for reaching an agreement is running out. According to reports, US officials said the administration still prefers diplomacy, but other options remain under consideration. Trump is also expected to meet with senior national security officials, including JD Vance, Marco Rubio, Steve Witkoff and John Ratcliffe. Regional efforts to reduce tensions are continuing, with officials from Pakistan and Qatar reportedly holding talks with Iranian counterparts. Meanwhile, the United Arab Emirates reported a drone incident near the Barakah nuclear facility, while Saudi Arabia said several drones were intercepted in its airspace. The developments come as tensions between Iran and the United States continue and diplomatic efforts remain under way to prevent further escalation.
