IRAN WAR UPDATES : TRUMP TOUTS IMMINENT DECISION ON NEW U.S . STRIKES , KEEPING UP THREATS , BUT ALSO DIPLOMACY

What happened: President Trump said the world "will know very soon" whether he will make a deal to end the U.S.-Iran war or order new strikes to "destroy what is left" of the country. He also called Qatar's emir about diplomatic efforts to end the war. Key numbers: U.S. Why it matters: Gulf capitals are concerned Trump will order major new U.S. strikes, while Iran's top diplomat held calls across the Persian Gulf aimed at maintaining regional stability. Oil prices have ticked back up slightly after falling this week on expectations of a deal. Coverage: 4 outlets in 24h

President Trump said the world "will know very soon" whether he will make a deal to end the U.S.-Iran war or order new strikes to "destroy what is left" of the country. He also called Qatar's emir about diplomatic efforts to end the war.

Gulf capitals are concerned Trump will order major new U.S. strikes, while Iran's top diplomat held calls across the Persian Gulf aimed at maintaining regional stability. Oil prices have ticked back up slightly after falling this week on expectations of a deal.