Donald Trump pauses US attacks on Iran, warns of renewed strike if talks fail
President Donald Trump announced a temporary halt to the United States’ bombing campaign against Iran after nearly two weeks of daily strikes. The pause was made at the request of regional mediators and on the advice of senior U.S. military leaders, including CENTCOM Admiral Brad Cooper and General Dan Caine, who said the campaign had reached the limit of its effectiveness. Trump said the United States is in “very deep” negotiations with Iran, mediated by Oman and involving Qatar, Pakistan, Egypt and U.S. envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner. He warned that if the talks do not produce results, the United States will resume “strong military action” and reiterated that the U.S. has more ammunition than it needs.
Iran’s foreign ministry responded that Tehran will cease retaliatory attacks while the U.S. pause holds, though Iran‑linked groups have launched drones at U.S. allies in the region. Saudi Arabia reported intercepting drones launched from Iraq by Iran‑backed militants and urged Baghdad to prevent the use of its territory for attacks. The suspension eased market tensions, pulling Brent crude oil prices below $90 a barrel after they had briefly risen above $100.
The development keeps the U.S.–Iran conflict in focus for both diplomatic and security circles across the Middle East and beyond.
Entities: Dan Caine · Donald Trump · Iran · JD Vance · Oman · Pete Hegseth · Saudi Arabia · Strait of Hormuz · United States
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- [○ 1 SOURCE] The United States halted a nearly two‑week bombing campaign against Iran on July 24. (Article a9a2ab9e-409a-48fd-97d3-e9dc116e389e)
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Iran responded with attacks on U.S. facilities in Bahrain, Kuwait and the United Arab Emirates. (Article a8a1b008-1ad9-451f-8deb-654d80884232)
- [● 4 SOURCES] The options were discussed in meetings with Vice President JD Vance, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, Joint Chiefs chairman Dan Caine, Jared Kushner and special envoy Steve Witkoff. (All articles)
- [○ 1 SOURCE] U.S. officials warn that a large air campaign could cause civilian casualties and famine in Iran. (Article a9a2ab9e-409a-48fd-97d3-e9dc116e389e)
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The conflict began on July 8 when U.S. attacks targeted Iran in response to alleged Iranian action against a commercial vessel in the Strait of Hormuz. (Article a8a1b008-1ad9-451f-8deb-654d80884232)
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Trump declared the cease‑fire ended on July 8, opening a new phase of the conflict. (Article a8a1b008-1ad9-451f-8deb-654d80884232)
- [● 4 SOURCES] Donald Trump is considering three possible courses of action regarding Iran: military escalation, increased sanctions, or withdrawal from the region. (All articles)
- [○ 1 SOURCE] U.S. strategic oil reserves have fallen to about 300 million barrels and crude prices have risen above $100 per barrel. (Article b9b1bc38-66a3-4460-b4b6-83d7ae92beca)
- [○ 1 SOURCE] U.S. Patriot missile stockpiles have fallen below 1,000 units after more than 1,500 were used in the war with Iran. (U.S. military expert General Dan Caine)
- [● 3 SOURCES] Negotiations on the Iran issue involve Iran and Oman, with Qatar, Pakistan and Egypt also participating. (U.S. officials)
- [● 2 SOURCES] The same poll indicated 67 % of Americans want an immediate end to the war with Iran. (CBS News/YouGov poll)
- [● 3 SOURCES] Donald Trump said that if negotiations with Iran do not produce results, the United States will resume very strong military actions. (U.S. President Donald Trump)