US President Donald Trump said on Monday that the United States has decided to delay planned military strikes on Iranian energy facilities for five days after what he described as productive talks with Tehran. In a post on Truth Social, Trump said discussions over the past two days had focused on ending hostilities in the Middle East and that further meetings were underway. The decision to hold back strikes, he said, would depend on the outcome of the ongoing negotiations, even as tensions remain high over the Strait of Hormuz and threats exchanged by both sides.
Strikes Put On Hold
Trump said he had instructed the US military to postpone any action against Iranian power plants and energy infrastructure for five days while diplomatic talks continue.
In his post, he said the conversations with Iran had been “very good and productive” and could lead to a complete resolution of the current conflict in the Middle East. He added that the delay in military action would remain in place only if the ongoing discussions show progress.
The announcement came a day after Trump warned Tehran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz to all shipping within 48 hours, saying the US would otherwise target Iranian power facilities.
Iran had earlier threatened to shut the Strait entirely, a move that could disrupt a major share of global oil shipments. The waterway is one of the world’s most important energy routes and any disruption is expected to have global impact.
Iran Issues Counter Warning
Iran responded sharply to the US warning, saying any strike on its territory would be met with attacks on energy and infrastructure linked to American interests.
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps said power plants supplying electricity to US bases in the region could be targeted if Washington carried out its threat. Iranian officials also warned that economic and industrial facilities connected to US companies would not be spared.
Iran’s Defence Council said an attack on its southern coast or islands would lead to sea mines being deployed in the Gulf, a step that could halt commercial shipping in the region.
State media reported that such a move would cut key maritime routes used for oil and trade, raising fears of wider escalation if talks fail.
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