Trump Cancels Planned Attack on Iran, Citing ‘Serious Negotiations’
President Trump has canceled planned military strikes on Iran, citing ongoing negotiations for a potential deal. He indicated that several Gulf leaders requested a pause in military action due to the seriousness of the discussions. Despite this, Trump warned that the U.S. military remains prepared for a large-scale assault if an acceptable agreement is not reached.
- ▪Trump announced the cancellation of strikes on Iran, referencing progress in negotiations.
- ▪Gulf leaders urged Trump to hold off on military action as serious talks are underway.
- ▪Tensions remain high, with the U.S. and Iran still at odds over key issues like Iran's nuclear program.
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President Donald Trump said he cancelled strikes on Iran planned for Tuesday, once again citing progress towards a deal to end the war that has stalled since negotiations began.Trump’s Monday announcement on Truth Social came a day after he warned Iran to “get moving, FAST, or there won’t be anything left of them.” The President said the leaders of several Gulf countries had requested that he “hold off on our planned Military attack” because “serious negotiations are now taking place” and “a Deal will be made.”Still, Trump issued an additional warning: “We will NOT be doing the scheduled attack of Iran tomorrow, but have further instructed [the U.S.
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