Can talks in Tehran stop a new war over Iran?

Envoys from Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Turkey flew to Tehran to press for a deal between Iran and Washington. It is the first high-level contact between Iran and the three Mecca Pact signatories since they signed their defence agreement. Saudi Arabia says the aim is to open negotiating channels and prevent a return to military escalation.

Houthi strikes on Saudi Arabia were also on the agenda. Iran-backed Houthis claim a hit on Riyadh airport, and residents were warned of air threats over the city. Tehran's security chief, Mohsen Rezaei, said the region's security should be run by its own countries, with no foreign interference.

Netanyahu, ahead of Israel's close election, warned Iran and its proxies: You will suffer disproportionate blows far greater than you can imagine.