'No intention of negotiating for now,' says Iranian minister, as US insists war goals almost met

French President Emmanuel Macron spoke with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, calling for an end to attacks on Gulf countries. Macron emphasized the importance of restoring freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz and preserving energy and civilian infrastructure. Israeli President Isaac Herzog also spoke with Macron, reiterating the need to prevent Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon. Herzog stressed the importance of dismantling Iran's ballistic missile capabilities and Hezbollah's capabilities in Lebanon. The conversations come amid ongoing tensions in the region. Macron's call for negotiations in good faith aims to de-escalate the situation. The US has also been involved in efforts to address the situation, with goals of preventing Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon. The region remains a key focus of international attention, with multiple countries working to address the complex security issues at play.