Explosions have been reported in Baghdad's Green Zone, where the U.S. and other countries maintain their embassies.

Reports say two or three rockets landed, but there are no reports of casualties.

Less than 24 hours before, Iran fired missiles at bases housing U.S. forces in Iraq.

But the message from the White House and Tehran seems to be one of de-escalation.

CGTN's Roee Ruttenberg has more.

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