Trump aides are seeking to jump-start diplomacy with Iran as the regional crisis widens, The New York Times reports.

US officials are reviewing policy options to de-escalate tensions before the situation worsens, the article says.

Fox News reported Trump and Iran talked war and peace for hours after an 'annihilation' threat.

The effort includes opening confidential dialogue channels through foreign intermediaries.

Aides are also weighing whether direct bilateral talks with Tehran are feasible, according to the article.

Politico reported the world showed hints of bucking Trump at the United Nations.

CNN fact-checked what it called Trump's false claims to the UN, the article notes.

Previous diplomatic efforts stalled amid deep mistrust and conflicting demands from hardliners on both sides.

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