In brief
Donald Trump has said the United States will cancel planned air strikes on Iran if a rapid deal is reached, pressing for diplomatic talks on opening the Strait of Hormuz and ending Iran's nuclear program. The decision comes after media reports of a possible new offensive and was taken alongside Israel. Trump urged Middle Eastern countries to hold off on attacks to reach a settlement, while the U.S. warned travelers in the region of potential disruptions. The announcement follows Tehran's threats of escalating tensions. Negotiations continue as the world watches the unfolding diplomatic standoff.
Donald Trump halts planned air strikes on Iran, demanding a rapid diplomatic deal.
In a post on Truth Social, the former US president wrote, "I have agreed, for the future benefit of the world and the survival of a prosperous Iran, to cancel the attack if we can quickly make a deal." He added that the decision was reached in coordination with Israel.
The announcement followed reports that the US government had considered launching a new, intense offensive over the weekend.
Tehran warned that any regional state cooperating with Washington would be "engulfed by the flames of war," escalating tensions in the area.
Trump said he had been asked by Iran and other Middle Eastern governments to hold off on any attack to allow time for negotiations. He said a successful agreement would include an immediate, complete, and total opening of the Strait of Hormuz and an end to Iran's nuclear threat.
The US has urged Americans in the Middle East to remain vigilant, anticipating possible flight cancellations, airspace closures, and other travel disruptions.
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