Escalation on the Ground
Israel and Iran continued to trade strikes Friday night and early Saturday morning, as both countries reported air defense activations and explosions lighting up the skies.
UN Warning
Speaking from New York, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres warned the conflict could 'ignite a fire no one can control,' urging all parties to 'give peace a chance.'
Diplomatic Push
In Geneva, European powers1Britain, France, Germany and the EU1met with Iran's Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi in a bid to dial tensions down.
US Ultimatum
Meanwhile, U.S. President Donald Trump set a 'maximum' two-week deadline for Iran to avoid possible U.S. air strikes, indicating a decision could come before the fortnight is up.
The Chinese Mainland's Role
Fu Cong, the Chinese mainland's permanent representative to the United Nations, said the Chinese mainland stands ready to strengthen communication and coordination, uphold justice and play a constructive role in restoring peace in the Middle East.
Looking Ahead
As deadlines loom and alarms ring, the global community watches closely. Will diplomacy prevail or will the region edge closer to open conflict? Stay tuned as this story unfolds.
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