German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul has expressed scepticism over Russian President Vladimir Putin's ability to mediate between Israel and Iran as the conflict between them intensifies. During a stopover in Cyprus after a visit to the Middle East,

Iran conflict could open opportunities for Russia to possibly become a power broker to help end the confrontation.

IDF issues evacuation warning for areas of Tehran ahead of strikes - The Israeli military says it has ‘full operational control’ over Tehran’s skies and ‘aerial superiority’ over all Iran

By Ben Aris in Berlin With its long-standing good relations with both Tel Aviv and Tehran, the outbreak of war in the Middle East has put Moscow in a delicate position, but it has also been presented it with the opportunity to act as peacemaker and weaken the West’s support for Ukraine in the process.

Trump posted online that he got a birthday greeting from Putin, with whom he agreed Iran-Israel war must end, and said he told Putin "his war" should end, too. The post Trump Says Putin ‘Very Nicely’ Wished Him Happy Birthday and They Agreed ‘War in Israel-Iran Should End’ on Hour-Long Call first appeared on Mediaite.

Trump threatens to retaliate ‘at levels never seen before’ if US targeted by Tehran - At least seven killed as Israel and Iran trade missile strikes