Mideast Deal Progress
President Trump Halts Iran Strikes After Mideast Allies Reach Deal Parameters to End War
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President Donald Trump has ordered U.S. forces to halt strikes against Iran, saying Mideast allies have reached the outline of a deal to end the war, according to AP News. The announcement came after a turbulent day in which Trump had threatened even more strikes on Iran before reversing course.
Iran's defense minister pushed back quickly. He said his country was "neither surprised nor passive" at Trump's move, according to AP News. The path to a final deal remains uncertain, but the ceasefire order marks a significant shift in the conflict.
Trump Orders Halt After Deal Parameters Are Reached
Trump announced the halt to U.S. strikes after consultations with key Mideast partners. Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Israel both agreed to help complete the agreement, AP News reported. Trump framed it as a diplomatic breakthrough, saying the parameters of a deal had been set.
The move came as a surprise given Trump's tone just hours earlier. He had threatened additional military strikes on Iran before pivoting to the ceasefire order. No formal written agreement has been announced yet, leaving many details unresolved.
Iran Signals It Will Not Be Caught Off Guard
Iran's defense minister responded to Trump's announcement with a pointed message. He said Iran was "neither surprised nor passive," signaling the country had anticipated the diplomatic turn and was prepared for any outcome, according to AP News.
Iran's response stopped short of accepting or rejecting a deal. The careful wording suggests Tehran wants to appear strong while leaving room for negotiation. The next steps in the peace process are still unclear.
Wildfires Tear Through Western Athens as Winds Intensify
Greece is battling a growing wildfire emergency near Athens. Officials ordered fresh evacuations in western Attica as gale-force winds pushed flames further into populated areas, according to AP News. The fires have forced residents to flee their homes with little warning.
Europe is facing a broader wildfire crisis this season. Strong winds have made containment efforts much harder for firefighters. Greek authorities have not yet reported a final count of homes or structures destroyed in the latest outbreak.
WestJet Strike Cancels Over 300 Flights Across Canada
WestJet flight attendants walked off the job in a strike over pay disputes, canceling more than 300 flights, AP News reported. The work stoppage has left thousands of passengers stranded or scrambling to rebook travel plans.
Meanwhile, a bomb attack on a restaurant in Russia drew sharp condemnation. The city's mayor called it a "brutal terrorist act" but did not name who was responsible, according to AP News. Investigators have not publicly identified any suspects.
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