President Donald Trump announced on Monday that the United States is postponing its planned military attack on Iran, which had been scheduled for Tuesday, following requests from leaders of key Gulf nations. Trump stated that the Emir of Qatar, Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, the Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia, Mohammed bin Salman Al Saud, and the President of the United Arab Emirates, Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, urged him to delay the offensive as serious negotiations are underway that could lead to an agreeable deal.
In a message on Truth Social, Trump expressed optimism about the talks, saying these leaders assured him that a resolution could soon be reached, which would be acceptable to the United States and beneficial for the broader Middle East region. The proposed deal would ensure that Iran does not pursue nuclear weapons, a critical aspect for the U.S. According to Trump, his decision to pause the military action reflects his respect for the Gulf leaders and their commitment to diplomacy.
Despite the delay, Trump emphasized that the United States remains on high alert, instructing defense secretary Pete Hegseth and army chief General Daniel Caine to prepare for immediate military action if the negotiations fail to yield a satisfactory agreement. “We will NOT be doing the scheduled attack of Iran tomorrow,” Trump declared, while making it clear that the U.S. military is ready to execute a full-scale assault on Iran at a moment’s notice if necessary.
This development follows a report by Axios indicating that Iran had sent a revised proposal to the U.S. through Pakistani mediators. However, this proposal was deemed insufficient by American officials, who noted that while it included some modest changes, it did not represent significant progress toward a resolution. A senior U.S. official warned that if Iran does not alter its stance on its nuclear program, the U.S. might resort to military action, highlighting the gravity of the situation.
Earlier in the day, Iran had reportedly submitted a new 14-point proposal to the U.S., hoping to advance talks aimed at ending the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. The U.S. response underscores the persistent tensions and the potential for escalation if diplomatic efforts do not succeed. The situation remains fluid as both sides navigate these crucial negotiations.