Israel Iran War · 23 March 2026
Trump postpones Iran strikes five days citing talks.
Donald Trump has postponed planned US strikes on Iran’s power infrastructure for five days, citing “productive” talks with Tehran. The move follows rising tensions after threats to target energy sites if the Strait of Hormuz wasn’t reopened. Iran had warned of retaliation, raising fears of wider conflict. The delay signals a potential diplomatic opening, though uncertainty remains over whether talks will hold.
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