US President Trump cancels planned attacks on Iran, citing 'perimeters of a deal' and Israel's commitment

U.S. President Donald Trump announced on August 1, 2026, that he has agreed to hold off fresh attacks against Iran. Trump stated that Iran and other Middle Eastern countries requested a postponement, indicating that 'perimeters of a deal' had been agreed to. This deal reportedly includes the immediate, complete, and total opening of the Strait of Hormuz and an end to Iran's nuclear threat. Trump also noted that Israel joins him in this commitment.