Current Affairs
Trump Says Iran Strike Called Off After Gulf Allies Appealed
US President Donald Trump announced he delayed planned military strikes on Iran scheduled for Tuesday following requests from Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates, who are pushing for a diplomatic resolution. Trump stated the suspension would last "for a little while, hopefully maybe forever" pending discussions with Iran. The Strait of Hormuz remains largely closed, driving energy prices higher, with Brent crude trading above $111 a barrel.
