World · 26 July 2026

US pauses Iran airstrikes as diplomatic efforts continue

Diplomatic efforts are continuing to avoid a return to all-out war, following the US refraining from attacking Iran for a second night. US President Donald Trump is weighing up diplomatic and military options, and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is due to visit the White House on Tuesday.

By BriefTea Editorial · 26 July 2026 at 20:08

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