U.S. Officials Say Trump May Delay Major Iran Strike if Diplomatic Progress Emerges
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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