SECURITYAug 2 · 03:43 UTCDAWN[email protected] (Reuters)

Trump says US 'locked and loaded' but will hold off on fresh Iran attack in hope of quick deal

US President Donald Trump announced a temporary halt on potential attacks against Iran in hopes of a quick deal to prevent Iran's nuclear ambitions and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Iran warned the US against attacks, vowing retaliation, while Trump stated Israel supports the decision. Middle Eastern countries and US officials, including Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff, are involved in ongoing negotiations.

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