Trump Says U.S. Canceled Planned Iran Strike After Regional Appeal, Demands Rapid Nuclear Deal

Trump: Military Was Ready but Attack Was Called Off

President Donald Trump announced that the United States canceled a planned large-scale military strike against Iran after receiving requests from several Middle Eastern countries to give diplomacy another opportunity.

In a post on Truth Social, Trump said the U.S. military was fully prepared to launch an operation using what he described as military power and capabilities not seen since World War II. However, he said he agreed to postpone the attack after regional leaders indicated there was support for a diplomatic framework.

"The United States was fully prepared to act against the Islamic Republic of Iran, but I agreed to hold off on any attack provided a rapid agreement can be reached," Trump wrote.

Conditions for Any Agreement

Trump said any agreement must include the immediate and complete reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and a permanent end to Iran's nuclear threat. He also stated that Israel joined in supporting the diplomatic effort while negotiations move forward.

The president urged all parties to begin negotiations immediately and finalize an agreement without delay.

Reports of Potential Military Plans

U.S. media outlets reported that Washington had examined military options targeting Iran's energy infrastructure and nuclear-related facilities.

CBS News reported that U.S. and Israeli officials discussed possible strikes on power plants and oil refineries inside Iran. The Wall Street Journal also reported that planners considered an approximately two-week air campaign aimed at weakening Iran's missile capabilities.

Iran Issues Strong Warnings

Iran strongly rejected the reported military planning. According to Reuters, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi told senior officials from Türkiye, Pakistan, and Saudi Arabia that Tehran would respond decisively to any act of aggression.

Iran's state-affiliated Nour News also warned that if Iranian energy facilities were attacked, Tehran could retaliate against oil facilities in Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates, as well as gas infrastructure in Qatar and Israel.

Bin Salman Reportedly Raised Concerns

Axios reported, citing a U.S. official, that Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman spoke directly with President Trump to express concern over the reported plans for military action against Iran and requested additional clarification.

The reported conversation underscores growing regional concerns that a wider military confrontation could threaten energy markets, maritime security, and overall stability across the Middle East.