Donald Trump, the President of the United States, has announced that a planned strike on Iran, which had reportedly been scheduled for Tuesday, has been postponed. According to Trump, the decision was made following requests from the leaders of Saudi Arabia, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates. The countries reportedly urged Washington to allow more time for diplomatic efforts in order to prevent further escalation in the region. Trump said that despite the decision, US forces remain on alert and that the military option would still remain available if negotiations fail. Meanwhile, reports indicate that Pakistan is also playing a mediating role in facilitating communications between Kabul and Washington, while diplomatic efforts continue. Reuters-style note: The report does not provide independent confirmation of the alleged attack plan, the diplomatic requests, or Pakistan’s reported mediation role.
