US President Donald Trump announced that he canceled a planned military attack on Iran. He made the decision after Tehran and regional allies requested time to finalize a comprehensive peace agreement.

Trump posted the major update on Truth Social. He stated that the US military stood “locked and loaded” to launch an attack at strength levels unseen since World War II. However, he agreed to halt the strike after receiving direct requests from Iran and other Middle Eastern partner nations.

Reopening the Strait of Hormuz and Ending Nuclear Threats

Trump outlined the primary conditions of the proposed peace agreement in his public announcement:

  • Strait of Hormuz: The deal requires the immediate, complete, and total reopening of the vital maritime shipping lane for international traffic.
  • Nuclear Program: The framework demands an immediate and permanent end to Iran’s nuclear threat.
  • Prosperity and Survival: Trump emphasized that the “survival of a successful and prosperous Iran” relies on Tehran rapidly signing the final deal.

Trump added that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and the Israeli government joined the US in committing to finalize the peace agreement.

Saudi Concerns Over Regional Energy Infrastructure

The decision to pause military action followed high-level diplomatic calls between Washington and Gulf leaders. Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman spoke with Trump directly on Saturday to express deep concerns regarding a major escalation.

Saudi officials warned that US strikes on Iranian energy facilities could prompt Tehran to retaliate against oil and power infrastructure across Saudi Arabia and neighboring Gulf nations.

Meanwhile, the US State Department issued a security advisory urging American citizens across the Middle East to consider leaving the region immediately due to potential airspace closures and flight cancellations.

Iran Warns Against Further Regional Aggression

Iranian officials maintained a cautious and firm stance following Trump’s public statement. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi warned during calls with Turkish, Pakistani, and Saudi counterparts that any fresh aggression by the US or Israel would trigger a decisive response.

Similarly, senior commanders from Iran’s Khatam al-Anbiya military brigade urged Middle Eastern nations to reconsider their defense partnerships with Washington. They warned neighboring countries against aiding foreign military actions in the region.

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