Trump Cancels Planned Iran Strike After Regional Appeals, Demands Swift Deal

US President Donald Trump announced on Sunday via Truth Social that he agreed to cancel a planned military strike against Iran following appeals from Iran and other Middle Eastern countries. Trump stated that the United States remains ready to act with unprecedented military force against Iran but agreed to halt the attack contingent on a rapid agreement. The proposed deal includes the immediate and full reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and a freeze on Iran's nuclear threat. Trump emphasized the importance of this agreement for global stability and Iran's future prosperity, adding that Israel supports this commitment.

Earlier reports from Axios revealed that Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman had a phone call with Trump, expressing deep concerns about extensive military action against Iran and urging de-escalation. US and Saudi officials declined to comment on the report. On Friday, the Wall Street Journal reported that Trump had ordered a new strike on Iran, potentially lasting several days.

An Iranian senior security official responded to these reports by condemning the alleged US and Israeli plans as irresponsible. The official warned that Iran has prepared a comprehensive retaliation plan targeting critical Israeli infrastructure and US energy facilities in the region. He asserted that Iran's armed forces have demonstrated both the capability and willingness to carry out such operations during recent conflicts and ongoing tensions.