Trump Suspends US Raids on Iran, Opens Door for Tehran Dialogue
U.S. President Donald Trump ordered the armed forces to stop air and missile raids against Iran for the night of July 24‑25, ending a 13‑day streak of attacks. The pause reflects a shift toward diplomacy after two weeks of continuous strikes that U.S. officials said had reached the limits of effectiveness. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is set to travel to Washington to deliver new intelligence about Tehran’s nuclear program, which Israel claims Iran has not abandoned.
The decision came hours after an Omani delegation arrived in Tehran to negotiate a possible reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, with sources suggesting a weekend agreement could be reached. While the halt may be temporary, U.S. military planners are reportedly still ready for a larger operation, and Trump has publicly floated the options of a "maxi" attack versus talks with Iran. The move marks a potential turning point in a regional crisis that has involved the United States, Iran, Israel and Oman.