Middle East crisis live: Iran reviewing peace proposal as Trump says a deal ‘very possible’

The US and Iran have offered conflicting messages over the likelihood of a deal being reached imminently

Pakistan, which has positioned itself as a key mediator in talks between the US and Iran, has continued to express optimism at a possible deal without offering any clues at to where the negotiations currently stand.

The Pakistani foreign ministry spokesperson, Tahir Andrabi, would not disclose details of the ongoing diplomatic efforts but said a deal could be reached soon.