Trump Says Middle East Allies Have Agreed Framework to End Iran War, U.S. Halts New Strikes

U.S. President Donald Trump has announced that the United States will suspend planned military strikes against Iran after key Middle Eastern allies reached what he described as the basic framework of a peace agreement aimed at ending months of conflict that has destabilized the region and threatened global energy supplies.

Trump made the announcement late Saturday in a post on his Truth Social platform, saying regional partners had established the “parameters” of a deal that could bring an end to the war. According to the president, the proposed agreement includes the immediate reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, a commitment to eliminate Iran’s nuclear threat, and broader security arrangements intended to restore stability across the Middle East. He said the United States would refrain from launching further strikes while negotiators work to finalize the agreement.

“Based on this request… I have agreed… to cancel the attack, subject to being able to rapidly make a deal,” Trump said, adding that the decision was taken in the interest of global security and Iran’s future prosperity.

Trump also claimed that Israel supports the proposed framework and is prepared to move forward with the diplomatic effort. However, Iranian authorities had not publicly confirmed the existence of a final agreement or responded to Trump’s latest remarks at the time of publication, leaving uncertainty over whether Tehran accepts the proposed terms.

The latest development follows nearly six months of intense conflict that began after coordinated U.S. and Israeli military operations targeted Iran’s missile and nuclear infrastructure. Iran responded with missile and drone attacks on Israeli territory, U.S. military installations and regional allies, while also disrupting commercial shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s busiest oil transit routes. The fighting has contributed to volatility in global energy markets and heightened security concerns throughout the Gulf region.

According to U.S. officials, the decision to pause further strikes came after Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman urged Washington to avoid additional military escalation, warning that renewed attacks could trigger Iranian retaliation against Gulf energy facilities and critical infrastructure. Saudi Arabia and other regional partners have reportedly intensified diplomatic efforts to broker a negotiated settlement.

Despite Trump’s optimism, analysts caution that previous ceasefire efforts have collapsed after renewed hostilities. The administration has stressed that the suspension of military action is conditional and could be reversed if negotiations fail or if Iran resumes attacks against U.S. forces, allies or international shipping.

The announcement has been closely watched by governments and financial markets worldwide. A successful agreement could reduce regional tensions, restore unrestricted navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, stabilize oil prices and pave the way for broader diplomatic engagement between Washington and Tehran. However, with Iran yet to formally endorse the reported framework, the durability of any peace deal remains uncertain.