US President Donald Trump confirmed that 'the Iranian side has contacted Washington, with the aim of reaching an agreement between the two sides.'

Trump said: 'The Iranians contacted us and told us they want to reach a deal,' according to Al Arabiya.

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The US Central Command (CENTCOM) announced on Thursday that the US military has completed a new round of military strikes against Iran, aimed at undermining its ability to target commercial ships and civilian sailors in the Strait of Hormuz.