The United States has ruled out the prospect of military co-operation with Iran, over the escalating crisis in Iraq.
Remarks by Secretary of State John Kerry, saying “I wouldn’t rule out anything that would be constructive," caused speculation over whether the two countries would work together.
This was soon followed by statements from the Pentagon ruling out any joint military possibilities.
Pentagon spokesperson Admiral John Kirby said that "there is absolutely no intention and no plan to co-ordinate military activities between the United States and Iran.”
The US has announced that informal discussions about the crisis may be held with Iran.
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