INTERNATIONAL — April 7, 2026
U.S. Officials Say Trump May Delay Major Iran Strike if Diplomatic Progress Emerges
U.S. officials say President Donald Trump may delay a major military strike on Iran if credible diplomatic progress emerges, with a decision expected around Tuesday evening. Pakistan, Egypt and Turkey are mediating potential ceasefire efforts amid internal U.S. debates and pressure from Israeli allies.
The Ehtebar Desk — originates with Khaama Press — 2 min read
U.S. officials have indicated that President Donald Trump may postpone a major military strike on Iran if credible signs of diplomatic progress emerge.
Trump holds the final authority to approve a large-scale attack on Iran's key infrastructure, with a decision expected around Tuesday evening amid heightened tensions, according to the officials.
Pakistan, Egypt and Turkey are conducting backchannel mediation efforts aimed at securing a ceasefire or preventing further escalation. Proposals under discussion include a possible 45-day ceasefire.
A senior U.S. official told Axios that the final decision rests entirely with Trump, while another source described him as the most hardline figure on Iran policy.
Trump's team, including Vice President JD Vance, envoy Steve Witkoff and adviser Jared Kushner, favors pursuing diplomacy if feasible.
Meanwhile, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his allies are urging Trump against agreeing to a ceasefire without major concessions from Iran.
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Reliability assessment
Single source (Khaama Press) provides strong attribution citing Al Jazeera, Axios, named U.S. media, public figures (Trump's warnings), and specific named individuals (JD Vance, Steve Witkoff, Jared Kushner, Benjamin Netanyahu) with concrete details on diplomacy and potential strike delay.
The source language reads straight.
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A separate web search returned 8 matching reports. A selection:
Trump has signalled that diplomacy remains possible, telling reporters negotiations were “going fine" and describing Iran as “an active, willing participant on the other side" that is “negotiating in good faith"
President Donald Trump is reportedly open to postponing planned military action against Iran should credible signs of a diplomatic breakthrough emerge, according to multiple media outlets citing an Axios report.
Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif urged President Donald Trump to extend today's deadline for Iran by two weeks "to allow diplomacy to run its course."
- US-Iran war: Donald Trump extend Strait of Hormuz deadline attack Iran tuesday - India Todayindiatoday.in
US officials also said Trump may delay planned strikes targeting Iranian civilian infrastructure if negotiations show signs of progress
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