Trump Halts Iran Strikes
Trump Halts Iran Strikes Citing Mideast Deal Parameters Amid Strait of Hormuz Threats
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President Donald Trump ordered U.S. forces to halt strikes against Iran, saying Mideast allies have reached "the parameters of a deal" to end the war, according to AP News. The announcement came after a tense day in which Iran threatened to close the Strait of Hormuz, a critical oil shipping lane used by millions of barrels of crude each day.
Iran's defense minister responded quickly, saying the country was "neither surprised nor passive" at Trump's decision, according to AP News. The move signals a potential off-ramp in a conflict that has rattled global energy markets and alarmed U.S. allies across the region.
Trump Orders Halt as Deal Framework Takes Shape
Trump announced the halt to strikes after he said Mideast allies helped broker the outline of an agreement. He did not name the allies or spell out the full terms. The ceasefire order stops U.S. offensive operations for now, but it is not a final peace deal, according to AP News.
Iran's leadership is united on its war strategy, but divisions have emerged over what the endgame should look like, according to AP News. Those internal differences could complicate negotiations as both sides try to turn a fragile pause into a lasting agreement.
Iran's Strait of Hormuz Threats Shook Global Markets
Before Trump's announcement, Iran threatened to close the Strait of Hormuz. About 20% of the world's oil supply moves through the strait each day. Even the threat of a closure sent prices higher and put shipping companies on alert, according to AP News.
Iran's defense minister made clear the country was not backing down. His statement that Iran was "neither surprised nor passive" suggests Tehran is watching the deal talks closely. Any breakdown in negotiations could bring the Strait threat back to the forefront, according to AP News.
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Officials have not said how many acres have burned or how many homes were threatened. Containment means the fire's edge is under control, but full extinguishment could take more days of work.
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