U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Saturday that he would cancel planned military strikes on Iran while pursuing a rapid agreement with Tehran to resolve ongoing conflicts in the Middle East. In a post on Truth Social, Trump stated that Iran and other Middle Eastern countries requested a pause in attacks, indicating that preliminary terms for a deal had been reached. He mentioned that the agreement would involve the 'Immediate, Complete, and Total OPENING OF THE HORMUZ STRAIT' and an end to Iran's nuclear threat, with support from Israel contingent on the ability to finalize the agreement quickly.
This announcement followed reports that the U.S. was preparing to conduct significant strikes on Iran's energy infrastructure over the weekend. In response, the U.S. government advised American citizens in the Middle East to remain vigilant and prepare for potential evacuations in case of escalation. Iran has not yet responded to Trump's announcement or confirmed any agreement with the U.S. Meanwhile, Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi engaged in discussions with officials from Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey, while the acting defense minister stated that Tehran would not be caught off guard. Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman emphasized the need for diplomacy to reduce tensions during a phone call with Trump.