Trump Says Planned Iran Strike Postponed as Tehran Proposes War-Ending Deal

What happened

The Guardian reports that US President Donald Trump announced a postponement of a planned US military strike on Iran following a new proposal from Tehran aimed at definitively ending the Middle East war. Trump attributes the pause to ‘serious negotiations’ taking place, reportedly at the request of Gulf state leaders, including Qatar, the UAE, and Saudi Arabia, who see a deal as potentially ‘very acceptable’ to the US and aimed at preventing Iran’s nuclear weapons development.

The central claim remains unconfirmed in the supplied material and should be treated as hearsay until corroborated by another reliable source or a named official. According to the report, Iran’s deputy military spokesperson Esmail Baghaei said Pakistan has shared Tehran’s latest proposal with Washington, although conflicting statements from Pakistani sources indicate skepticism about the negotiators’ consistency and the shrinking window for agreement. Some regional officials cited by The Guardian say Iran has offered concessions such as suspending its nuclear program long-term, transferring highly enriched uranium to Russia, and phased reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, but none of these claims have independent confirmation.

The Guardian article highlights ongoing challenges, including warnings from Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps about controlling internet cables through the Strait of Hormuz and implying management and toll imposition over shipping, which the US rejects. Trump stressed readiness to launch a large-scale assault ‘on a moment’s notice’ but hoped for a peaceful resolution without military action. Meanwhile, limited Iranian drone attacks continue targeting Gulf states hosting US bases, further complicating the security situation.

Known from the source

• Trump announced postponing a planned US military strike on Iran due to ongoing negotiations.
• US Gulf allies Qatar, UAE, and Saudi Arabia reportedly urged the US to delay the attack.
• Iran’s military spokesperson claims Pakistan shared Tehran’s proposal with the US.
• The ceasefire pauses most violence after weeks of US and Israeli airstrikes and Iranian retaliation.
• Iran has threatened control over internet cables in the Strait of Hormuz.

What remains unclear

While Trump described developments as a ‘very positive’ sign toward a deal denying Iran nuclear weapons, Tehran denies pursuing such arms, and both sides continue to exchange defiant rhetoric. The ceasefire remains fragile, with some Israeli media anticipating potential resumption of hostilities. Analysts quoted point to a deadlock driven by high stakes and mutual unwillingness to make decisive concessions.

What remains unclear: Confirm whether the central claim is corroborated; until then treat it as unconfirmed/hearsay. Verification of Pakistan’s role mediating and sharing Iran’s proposal with the US. Independent confirmation of Iran’s alleged nuclear concessions and uranium transfer to Russia. Confirmation that the US agreed to waive sanctions on Tehran’s oil exports during negotiations.

Evidence note

This story contains report-led claims. The article keeps those claims attributed and treats them as unconfirmed/hearsay unless independently corroborated.

Original source: The Guardian Iran. Open the source.