The last few days have seen a dramatic rise in tensions between the US and Iran.
If diplomacy fails, President Donald Trump has stated that limited military strikes against Iran are being considered.
According to reports, U.S. officials are continuing diplomatic talks while honing military options.
Geneva is set to host talks between U.S. and Iranian officials in an attempt to defuse the situation.
As a precaution, the US has likewise changed its military posture in the Middle East.
A vote to restrict the president’s military powers in relation to Iran is being sought by some members of the US Congress.
Iran has threatened to consider any attack by the United States to be an act of aggression.
If there is military action, Iranian leaders insist they will react forcefully.
As domestic tensions and external pressure have increased, protests have occurred inside Iran.
Analysts caution that the situation can worsen into a larger regional crisis if diplomacy fails.
