Trump says Iran and "other Middle Eastern countries" asked for time to negotiate

President Trump said Saturday he would hold off on a new military strike against Iran, saying Tehran and unnamed regional countries had asked for time to negotiate an agreement that would reopen the Strait of Hormuz and end Iran’s nuclear program. Trump wrote on Truth Social that he agreed to cancel the attack if a deal could be reached quickly, adding that Israel supported the move, though Israeli officials made no immediate statement. Iran had warned against any US action and threatened to retaliate. The decision follows weeks of conflict that began with US-Israeli strikes in late February, keeping oil prices high and disrupting shipping through the key waterway. Saudi Arabia’s crown prince reportedly spoke with Trump and sought clarity on US plans.