Iran pauses Gulf attacks following two-day halt in US strikes
Iran has suspended military operations in the Persian Gulf after US forces paused bombing raids for two nights, signaling a potential opening for diplomacy.
Iran has suspended military operations in the Persian Gulf after US forces paused bombing raids against Iranian territory for two consecutive nights. Iranian military officials confirmed the halt, stating Tehran's strategy relies on reciprocal retaliation and attacks will remain suspended provided US strikes do not resume.
US Ambassador to the United Nations Mike Waltz indicated that President Donald Trump sees potential space for diplomacy following the pause, which marked the first break in exchanges in 13 days.
Despite the temporary calm, security risks persist in regional shipping lanes. A tanker exploded in the Strait of Hormuz after striking a mine when it departed designated transit corridors established by Iranian authorities following their blockade of the strategic waterway.
Sources: Rzeczpospolita