Trump says he and Israel have called off Iran attack after getting assurance that deal is imminent

U.S. President Donald Trump announced that a major attack on Iran has been called off, citing assurances from Tehran and other Middle Eastern countries that a framework for a deal is imminent. This potential agreement, according to Trump, would fully reopen the Strait of Hormuz and end Iran's nuclear threat. Trump stated on social media that the U.S. was "locked and loaded" but agreed to cancel the attack for the "future benefit of the WORLD and, likewise, the survival of a successful and prosperous Iran." Trump claimed that Israel also joins in this commitment to hold off on a major strike against the Islamic Republic. This announcement follows a pattern where Trump has repeatedly threatened significant actions against Iran's energy sites, only to later walk back those threats, citing assurances from mediators about imminent breakthroughs in negotiations. The President expressed frustration with Tehran, accusing it of repeatedly violating its pledges, but maintained that U.S. negotiators could still reach an agreement. Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman reportedly urged Trump to abandon plans for large-scale strikes on Iran, expressing concern and requesting clarity on the president's intentions. This comes amid ongoing Israeli airstrikes in Gaza, which allegedly killed at least four Palestinians, despite the Trump-announced breakthrough. A senior Palestinian figure also claimed that Jared Kushner assured him Israel would cease strikes in Gaza on Sunday. Senior Palestinian figures reported that four Palestinians were killed in overnight Gaza strikes, even as Trump announced a breakthrough. The Times of Israel is liveblogging the unfolding events of Sunday. The alleged deal is said to fully reopen Hormuz and end Iran's nuclear threat. Trump's announcement suggests a diplomatic path may be pursued, though past threats and ongoing regional conflicts highlight the volatile situation.

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The USA is locked and loaded and ready to go against the Islamic Republic of Iran, at levels of military terror, strength and Power not seen since World War II.