U.S. President Donald Trump has announced the cancellation of a planned military attack on Iran, originally set for Tuesday, citing requests from Gulf state leaders and ongoing serious negotiations.
Trump's Announcement on Truth Social
In a post on Truth Social, Trump stated that the leaders of Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates had asked him to call off the attack. He emphasized that a deal is being negotiated that would be "very acceptable to the United States" and would ensure "no nuclear weapons for Iran."
Iran's Peace Proposal
Iran has presented a new peace proposal to the U.S., state media reported. According to Iranian deputy foreign minister Kazem Gharibabadi, the proposal calls for an end to all hostilities, including in Lebanon, the withdrawal of U.S. forces from areas near Iran, and reparations for war damages. Iran also seeks the lifting of sanctions, release of frozen funds, and an end to the U.S. marine blockade.
These terms appear similar to a previous offer that Trump rejected as "garbage" last week. However, Trump now sees a "very good chance" of reaching a deal limiting Iran's nuclear program.
Iranian Military Warning
Despite the diplomatic developments, the Iranian military has issued a stern warning. Army spokesperson Mohammad Akraminia stated that if the U.S. resumes attacks, Iran will "open new fronts against it, with new equipment and new methods." He cautioned against falling into what he called the "Zionist trap."
Background of the Conflict
The Iran war has now entered its 81st day. Trump's decision to pause the attack comes amid heightened tensions, but he warned that the U.S. remains ready to launch a "large scale assault on Iran, on a moment's notice" if negotiations fail.
Trump's cancellation of the attack marks a significant shift in U.S. strategy, as diplomatic channels appear to be taking precedence over military action. The international community is closely watching the developments, with hopes for a peaceful resolution to the conflict.
