Germany, France and UK ready to hold talks with Iran, says German minister
Iranian flags fly as fire and smoke from an Israeli attack on Sharan Oil depot rise, following Israeli strikes on Iran, in Tehran, Iran, June 15, 2025. (Reuters)
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