US President Donald Trump said he has decided to delay a planned military strike on Iran, as diplomatic efforts to reach a deal continue, according to Arab News.
In a social media post on Monday, Trump explained that the attack, which was reportedly scheduled for Tuesday, has been put on hold due to what he described as “serious negotiations” currently taking place. He added that the decision came after requests from leaders in the Gulf region.
While the president did not share details about the planned operation, he made it clear that the military option remains open. Trump said he has instructed US forces to stay ready to carry out a “full, large-scale assault” on Iran at short notice if talks fail to produce an acceptable agreement.
The announcement comes at a time of rising tension, with Trump repeatedly warning that a fragile ceasefire reached in mid-April could collapse. He has said Iran must agree to certain terms or face renewed conflict, though the exact conditions of such a deal have shifted over time.
The delay suggests a temporary opening for diplomacy, but uncertainty remains over whether both sides can reach common ground. The situation continues to balance between negotiation and the threat of escalation, with global attention focused on the outcome of the talks.
