Trump announces US will cease attacks on Iran after regional allies reach deal

President Donald Trump announced Saturday night that the United States will halt its offensive operations against Iran, citing an agreement reached among regional allies on the parameters for ending the conflict. The announcement, made via a post on his Truth Social platform, signals a potential de-escalation in tensions that have simmered for months.

According to Trump, the nascent agreement encompasses the "immediate, complete, and total" opening of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint for global oil transit. Furthermore, the understanding reportedly includes provisions for "the end of the Iranian nuclear threat." Trump indicated that Iran and other Middle Eastern nations had requested the cessation of attacks, predicated on the agreed-upon terms.

"I have agreed, for the good of the world and, likewise, for the survival of a prosperous Iran, to cancel the attack, as long as an agreement can be reached quickly," Trump stated. He also mentioned that Israel is joining this commitment to finalize negotiations that could conclude the conflict, which began five months prior.

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I have agreed, for the good of the world and, likewise, for the survival of a prosperous Iran, to cancel the attack, as long as an agreement can be reached quickly.

Despite the apparent breakthrough, Trump issued a stern warning, asserting that U.S. forces are prepared to respond with "a level of military terror, force, and might not seen since World War II" should the diplomatic efforts falter. This announcement followed a phone conversation with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, who had expressed concerns about potential conflict escalation and sought clarity on Washington's planned actions against Iran.

Saudi Arabia had previously joined the U.S. in targeting logistical sites and weapons depots used by Iran-backed militias in Iraq. The Crown Prince had also engaged in separate meetings with U.S. officials, including Vice President JD Vance, to discuss strategy concerning Iran. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who had advocated for continuing military pressure on Iran, also met with Trump recently.

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Washington is capable of attacking Iran with a level of military terror, force, and might not seen since World War II.