US warns Iran to reach a deal or face strikes as Tehran and Moscow announce joint naval exercises in the Sea of Oman.

As the United States continues a significant military buildup in the Middle East, Iran has taken steps to signal its readiness for war, including fortifying its nuclear sites and rebuilding missile production facilities.

The United States may launch a full-throttle attack on Iran as it continues to mobilise big weapons, including warships, jets, and others to surround Tehran.

The United States is building a major force of naval and air assets in the Middle East, potentially setting the stage for a sustained military campaign against Iran. The United States had two of the massive warships in the region in June last year when it targeted three Iranian nuclear sites during Israel's 12-day campaign of strikes on Iran.

Oil prices jumped Thursday to their highest level in nearly seven months and investors snapped up safe havens like gold, as tensions between the United States and Iran continue to flare.

Iran has issued a notam, alerting pilots and airlines not to hover in the area between ground level and FL100 as it is conducting rocket drills as it anticipates an attack by the United States.

Iran’s leaders want to reach a nuclear deal with the U.S., but they are also rushing to prepare for war in case talks between the countries fail.