US President Donald Trump said he would pause a planned military attack on Iran after Tehran, along with other countries in the region, reportedly asked for time to pursue talks. The move marked a shift from what had been described as a readiness by the United States to carry out major strikes.
According to the report, the delay was presented as part of a diplomatic opening rather than an end to tensions. The decision suggests Washington is, at least for now, giving space to a political track after pressure for restraint from Iran and other Middle Eastern governments.
A key part of the announcement was the reported connection to the Strait of Hormuz. Trump linked the pause to the possibility of reopening the vital waterway, which is closely watched because of its importance to regional shipping and global energy markets.
The development comes amid wider US-Iran war concerns and uncertainty over what happens next. While military action has been put on hold, the situation remains fluid, with diplomacy, regional security and access through Hormuz all central to the next stage.
