Washington: US President Donald Trump announced early Sunday that he had suspended the planned US-Israeli strikes against Iran, following a request from Tehran and other countries in the Middle East, on the condition that a rapid agreement be reached.

According to Qatar News Agency, Trump stated in a post on the Truth Social platform that the US was "locked and loaded and ready to go against the Islamic Republic of Iran, at levels of Military Terror, Strength, and Power not seen since World War II." Despite this readiness, he noted that Iran, along with other Middle Eastern countries, requested the US to hold off on the attack after agreeing on the broad outlines of a deal.

Trump elaborated that the proposed agreement would include the immediate, complete, and total opening of the Strait of Hormuz, as well as an end to Iran's nuclear threat. He emphasized that this decision was made for the "future benefit of the WORLD and, likewise, the survival of a successful and prosperous Iran," contingent on the rapid finalization of the deal. He also mentioned that Israel supported the US in delaying the strike and encouraged all relevant parties to work towards finalizing the agreement.

The President's announcement comes amid rising tensions in the region, fueled by media reports in recent days suggesting that the United States and Israel were preparing to conduct strikes against Iranian targets following unsuccessful diplomatic efforts. Despite these reports, Washington has not officially confirmed any military operations have been launched.

Additionally, Trump's comments followed warnings from US embassies in several Middle Eastern capitals, which advised American citizens to be prepared for possible unexpected escalations in the region. This guidance reflects concerns about the ongoing regional tensions and their potential impact on maritime security and global energy markets.