Trump Pauses Iran Strikes, Cites Framework for Hormuz Deal

President Donald Trump said Saturday that he has halted plans for additional U.S. military strikes against Iran after what he described as agreement on the "parameters" of a broader peace framework aimed at ending months of conflict. Trump said the proposed arrangement includes reopening the Strait of Hormuz to commercial shipping and addressing concerns over Iran's nuclear program, while emphasizing that the pause in military action depends on negotiations moving forward. Iranian officials had not publicly confirmed Trump's account of the proposed framework, and Tehran continued to warn that any new U.S. or Israeli attacks would trigger a forceful response.

The announcement marked a shift after days of heightened tensions that had fueled expectations of additional U.S. military action. The U.S. State Department renewed its advisory urging Americans in several Middle Eastern countries to consider departing or be prepared for travel disruptions because of the volatile security environment. Regional governments have remained on alert as the conflict has disrupted maritime traffic, threatened energy infrastructure and raised concerns about global oil supplies. Iran has also warned it could target energy facilities in other countries if it comes under renewed attack, underscoring fears that the conflict could spread beyond its current fronts.