In brief
Donald Trump has called off pending air strikes on Iran as a precondition for a quick diplomatic agreement. He outlined that a potential deal would include the immediate opening of the Hormuz Strait and the elimination of Iran’s nuclear threat. The decision was reportedly reached after consultations with Israel, amid reports of intensified U.S. strikes last week. Tehran threatens war for any cooperation with Washington, while U.S. officials issue travel advisories for citizens in the Middle East.
Donald Trump said he has cancelled planned strikes on Iran, but only after a rapid diplomatic deal is secured. The former president posted on Truth Social that the moves were tied to an agreement that would open the Hormuz Strait and eliminate Iran’s nuclear threat.
The decision was reportedly made together with Israel, according to Washington officials, as U.S. reporters had indicated plans for more intense air strikes during the preceding weekend.
Tehran warned that any state cooperating with the United States would be caught in a war, demanding the world and Iran avoid escalation. Trump added that he had been asked by Iran and other Middle Eastern countries to delay any attack to allow for a deal.
U.S. authorities urged citizens currently in the Middle East to stay alert, prepare for flight cancellations, periodic airspace closures, and possible travel disruptions.
