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Trump Cancels Strikes on Iran, Citing Outlines of a Deal
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On August 2, 2026, Donald Trump announced the cancellation of a new wave of U.S. military strikes against Iran following a call from Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, claiming to hold the 'outlines of a deal.' The proposed agreement would require the immediate opening of the Strait of Hormuz and an end to Iran's nuclear threat. American forces remain on maximum alert, with the cancellation conditional on a rapid agreement. Israel has joined this pause. These announcements follow a tense night: Iranian drones struck Kuwait, and a tanker was attacked in the Strait of Hormuz on August 1. Iran threatened decisive retaliation against its neighbours.