Iran, the United States and mediator Pakistan all said on Saturday (May 23) that progress had been made in talks on ending almost three months of war, with President Donald Trump saying they are "getting a lot closer" to an agreement.

Iran reviews a U.S. proposal amid escalating tensions, as Trump claims negotiations are in the 'final stages' for peace.

Iran says it is examining the latest US proposal received from mediator Pakistan in talks to end the Middle East war, despite the two sides trading threats over resuming attacks.