Mediators were trying to salvage diplomacy aimed at ending the Middle East war after US President Donald Trump declared the ceasefire over, with a Qatari delegation in Iran and Tehran's top diplomat travelling to Oman. While there have been no direct talks between Tehran and Washington since last month, Iranian media reported that a delegation from mediator Qatar travelled to Iran on Friday.

Despite declaring the U.S.-Iran ceasefire over and ordering airstrikes, Trump still wants to avoid a broader war with Iran.

Qatari negotiators are currently in Tehran in an effort to revive dialogue and prevent further escalation.

Military strikes exchanged throughout week of hostilities