Many people in Tehran and Tel Aviv are worried that Trump will make good on his threats to attack Iran again, but for some, it's fear laced with hope.

Donald Trump has threatened military strikes if Iran's rulers do not negotiate on a deal involving Tehran's nuclear activities.

Iran launched a crack down on nationwide protests which initially began as demonstrations against the country's economic woes but broadened into a challenge to the Islamic Republic's theocracy. Activists say at least 6,

Oil rose slightly on signs the U.S. ‍may engage in dialogue with Iran over its nuclear program, reducing concern over potential supply disruptions from a U.S. attack.

Maritime intelligence warns of heightened risks for U.S.-flagged vessels in Persian Gulf as Iran threatens "immediate, all-out" response to any American military action.

The Trump administration has targets but no endgame.

The president advised Iran make a deal or "the next attack will be far worse."

Iran has so far continued to stick to its long-standing red lines for any negotiations, while the US wants Iran to cease nuclear enrichment and disband its ballistic missile programme.

EILAT, Israel, Jan 30 (Reuters) - A U.S. Navy destroyer made a port visit on Friday to the southern Israeli city of Eilat on the Gulf of Aqaba, video footage showed, as the U.S. surges military forces in the Middle East amid rising tensions with Iran.