US President Donald Trump announced in Washington that the United States would halt new attacks on Iran if allied negotiations in the Middle East quickly result in a framework agreement to end the conflict. Trump stated, “I have agreed to call off the attack, for the good of the world and at the same time for the survival of a successful and prosperous Iran, provided that a deal is reached as soon as possible.” Earlier in the day, Trump reported that US allies had reached a preliminary agreement intended to end the conflict with Iran. According to the President, this accord would mandate the “immediate, full and total opening of the Strait of Hormuz, as well as the elimination of the Iranian nuclear threat.” Furthermore, Trump noted that Israel had agreed to join American efforts to finalize a deal with Iran.
This statement represents a notable shift, as just one day prior, Trump had indicated that the U.S. was nearing a resumption of heavy military strikes intended to compel Tehran to the negotiating table. Now, he stipulated that military operations would be suspended pending a swift conclusion of negotiations and the establishment of a final agreement.
The initial conflict, which involved attacks by the US and Israel on Iran on February 28, was reportedly aimed at dismantling Tehran’s missile capabilities, preventing nuclear development, and curbing support for allied armed groups. However, the goals and timelines of the war have shifted multiple times recently, and a ceasefire reached in mid-June deteriorated within weeks. Separately, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman expressed concern to Trump regarding potential expansion of US military involvement against Iran, citing fears that Tehran might retaliate against the energy infrastructure of Saudi Arabia and neighboring Gulf nations.
Meanwhile, the US State Department issued updated security warnings for US citizens across several regional countries, including Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates.
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