Trump pauses planned Iran attack for negotiations

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The pause represents a potentially significant diplomatic opening in the Iran–United States conflict, but reporting indicates that negotiations remain fragile. Reuters reported Trump’s decision to delay the planned attack, while BBC and other outlets reported that Iran was awaiting or responding to the U.S. position after rejecting a proposal linked to reopening the Strait of Hormuz. The waterway is a critical global energy route, so any escalation could affect regional security, shipping and oil markets. The available reports do not establish whether formal talks have begun or how long the pause will last.

Sources: Reuters, BBC, The Independent, Euronews