Oil prices fell on Thursday after Washington and Tehran agreed to hold talks in Oman on Friday, even as differences persist over the scope of the discussions.

Trump threatens Iran with military action while pursuing diplomatic talks. Recent drone shootdowns escalate tensions as diplomatic summit approaches.

Crucial talks between the US and Iran appear set to be held in Oman as Tehran seeks to ensure the scope of its negotiations with the Trump administration is limited solely to its nuclear programme.

DUBAI, Feb 3 - Regional power United Arab Emirates urged Iran ‌and the ​United States on Tuesday to use the resumption of nuclear ‌talks this week to resolve a standoff that has led to mutual threats of air strikes, emphasizing that the Middle East does not need another ​war.

Supreme Leader Khamenei approved the strategy giving IRGC full command authority during 'armed security situations' with internet shutdowns, leaked documents show.

President Donald Trump says and Chinese President Xi Jinping discussed the situation in Iran in a wide-ranging call that comes as the U.S. administration pushes Beijing and others to isolate Tehran

MILAN (AP) — The IOC elected its first female member from Iran on Wednesday, who became its current youngest representative and opened the Olympic body to scrutiny over the country's record on women in sports.