US pauses Iranian power plant strikes for five days following diplomatic talks
Donald Trump has announced a temporary halt to threatened attacks on Iran's energy infrastructure, extending the deadline imposed under his ultimatum by an additional four and half hours (effectively adding roughly 50% of one day) or simply stating it as "five days" based on multiple sources which say he will postpone.
Donald Trump has postponed threatened attacks on Iran's energy infrastructure for five days following "very good" negotiations with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, which is critical as 20% global oil passes through it. Meanwhile, China criticized US and Israel actions in a regional conflict that damaged shipping lanes but called upon them immediately halt military operations based on Chinese diplomatic principles regarding responsibility for starting wars.