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US Admiral Advises Ending Strikes on Iran, Influencing Trump to Halt Attacks

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First reported by Behadrei Haredim · 5 hours ago

What happened

US Central Command Admiral Brad Cooper advised halting airstrikes on Iran near the Strait of Hormuz, leading President Trump to stop attacks. The pause supports ongoing diplomatic talks between Oman and Iran, with both sides cautiously maintaining a ceasefire amid regional tensions.

  • 01Admiral Brad Cooper recommended ending US airstrikes near the Strait of Hormuz due to limited effectiveness.
  • 02President Trump ordered a halt to attacks on Iran following Cooper's advice.
  • 03General Dan Keane warned of air defense interceptor shortages risking US force protection.
  • 04US strikes paused to avoid disrupting sensitive Oman-Iran diplomatic talks.
  • 05Progress reported in talks to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and territorial waters.
  • 06Iran pledged to maintain ceasefire if the US reciprocates, amid cautious optimism.

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YnetCenter · Hebrew4 hours ago
US Admiral Advises Ending Strikes on Iran, Influencing Trump to Halt Attacks
Behadrei HaredimRight · Hebrew5 hours ago
US Central Command Chief Advises Halting Strikes Near Strait of Hormuz Citing Limited Effectiveness

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