Morning update

Morning update Good morning Middle East Eye readers, Diplomatic activity around the Iran conflict is intensifying as Donald Trump heads to Beijing for talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping, saying he wants a “good deal” with Tehran while ruling out an Iranian nuclear program. China is also pushing Pakistan to continue mediation efforts between Washington and Tehran, even as fighting and military pressure continue across the region. Meanwhile, Lebanon remains under Israeli attack, and international concern over shipping security in the Strait of Hormuz continues to grow.