President Trump's unexpected admission of doubt over a nuclear deal with Iran unveils the intricate dance of international diplomacy and its unpredictable nature.

After decades of enmity and conflict by proxy, it is the first time the arch-enemies have traded fire with such intensity, triggering fears of a prolonged conflict that could engulf the Middle East.

US President Donald Trump on Thursday said his administration is committed to resolving the Iran nuclear issue through diplomacy, but warned that Tehran must completely abandon its pursuit of nuclear weapons.

These evacuations come at a time when US intelligence has reportedly hinted that Israel is preparing to hit the nuclear facilities in Iran.