Trump Suspends Iran Strikes
U.S. President Donald Trump has called off planned military strikes against Iran just hours before they were set to begin, opting instead to give diplomacy another chance. While Washington says a breakthrough may be near, Tehran insists it is engaging only in indirect talks through Omani mediators.
Trump Suspends Iran Strikes
U.S. President Donald Trump has cancelled planned military strikes against Iran that were reportedly scheduled for Saturday night, choosing to prioritize diplomacy ahead of expected negotiations on Monday.
According to U.S. officials, the military was fully prepared to launch large-scale attacks before President Trump ordered the operation to be halted, allowing room for possible diplomatic progress.
Trump said he believes an agreement to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and address concerns over Iran’s nuclear program is “imminent,” expressing optimism that negotiations could produce meaningful results.
However, Iranian officials rejected claims of direct negotiations with Washington, stating that discussions are being conducted indirectly through mediators in Oman.
War Secretary Pete Hegseth confirmed that operational plans were ready before the President decided to cancel the strikes.
Meanwhile, Iran’s Foreign Ministry said the Strait of Hormuz “will in no way return to the status it was before February 28,” indicating that tensions surrounding one of the world’s most important energy shipping routes remain unresolved.
Analysts say the latest developments reflect Washington’s strategy of maintaining military pressure while keeping diplomatic channels open in search of a negotiated solution.
