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Trump Cancels Planned Attacks on Iran Amid Diplomatic Talks
President claims negotiations are nearing a breakthrough while Tehran reviews proposed deal
June 12, 2026
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump announced Monday evening that he has canceled planned attacks on Iran, asserting that diplomatic discussions with Tehran are close to yielding an agreement.
The announcement comes just hours after Trump warned that Iran would face significant military action, specifically targeting oil facilities on Kharg Island and elsewhere.
Reporting from Tehran, Al Jazeera’s correspondent confirmed that a senior Iranian official indicated that Iran’s leadership is considering a proposed memorandum of understanding with the United States.
Developments in Iran
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Trump Calls Off Planned Strikes: After issuing a warning of severe retaliation against Iran, Trump stated that he had decided against the attacks. In a post on Truth Social, he claimed that negotiations have reached a pivotal point, with discussions being elevated to Iran’s highest authorities. He noted that the “final points” of the potential agreement had received approval from all involved parties, including the U.S. and regional allies.
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Iran Frames Potential Deal as a Victory: Many Iranians appear to welcome the possibility of ending the conflict, which has caused substantial economic distress and civilian suffering. Al Jazeera’s Mohamed Vall reported that the Iranian government is presenting the potential agreement as evidence of the sacrifices made during the conflict being worthwhile. Officials argue that lifting sanctions, unfreezing assets, and maintaining leverage in strategic waterways will ultimately position Iran more favorably.
Developments in the U.S.
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Expert Commentary on Trump’s Strategy: Richard Weitz, an international security expert at the NATO Defense College, noted Trump’s approach may reflect an “escalate to de-escalate” strategy. Weitz suggested that escalating threats could compel Tehran toward a diplomatic resolution. However, he acknowledged significant uncertainty regarding the specifics of any agreement and its implementation.
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Trump’s Efforts to Manage Israeli Relations: Reporting from Washington, D.C., Al Jazeera’s Kimberly Halkett explained that Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu have a mutual interest in preventing Iran from developing a nuclear weapon. However, there is concern within the White House that Netanyahu’s actions could jeopardize diplomatic efforts, leading Trump to attempt to temper the Israeli leader’s influence in favor of allowing time for negotiations.
Developments in Lebanon
- Hezbollah Claims Attacks on Israeli Forces: The Lebanese militant group Hezbollah reported conducting 24 attacks against Israeli military targets, utilizing drones, missiles, and rockets across southern Lebanon and the Bekaa Valley. The group indicated that it targeted concentrations of Israeli troops near Tayr Harfa and other locations, including Naqoura and Rashaf.
As the situation develops, both sides remain engaged in intense discussions, with high stakes for regional stability.
