EU officials discuss efforts to de-escalate tensions with Iran

Top European Union officials are talking with leaders in the Middle East about ways to help reduce tensions with Iran. They have told regional leaders the EU wants to help de-escalate the situation 'in every possible way' and have welcomed the prospect of talks between the US and Iran.

EU Commissioner Lahbib and Swedish Migration Minister Kallasova have reacted to the situation. Separately, EU chief Charles Michel discussed the matter with Turkish President Erdogan.