Trump ‘cancels scheduled strikes’ on Iran, says deal ‘approved’
President Trump announced the cancellation of planned strikes against Iran, stating that a 'settlement' deal is approved which could end war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
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In June 2019, escalating tensions between the United States and Iran saw President Donald Trump cancel retaliatory military strikes against the Islamic Republic. The decision came after Iran shot down an unmanned U.S. surveillance drone over the Strait of Hormuz, prompting an immediate order for strikes on three Iranian targets.
However, President Trump halted the planned attacks just ten minutes before they were to commence, citing that the estimated 150 casualties would be a disproportionate response to the downing of an unmanned aircraft. Despite the heightened military posturing, Trump expressed an openness to dialogue, signaling that a diplomatic agreement might be possible amidst ongoing economic warnings and sanctions.
What each outlet emphasizes
- CNN: Trump's claims of a settlement and Iranian official's skepticism
- BBC: Trump cancelling strikes after threatening 'very hard' attack
- AJ: Trump's claims of deal approval and Strait of Hormuz reopening
- The Guardian: Trump's assertion of a peace agreement on the verge of signing
- AP: Trump calling off threats, citing progress in negotiations
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