The US suddenly stopped its strikes on Hormuz, despite President Trump's previous statements, according to the Times of India. This development has raised questions about the current state of tensions between the US and Iran. The reasons behind the halt in strikes are not explicitly stated in the available information.
Iranian officials have stated that there are no current talks with the US, as reported by The Times of Israel and ABC News. However, a regional official has noted progress in mediation efforts, suggesting that diplomatic channels may be open. The halt in US strikes may be related to these diplomatic efforts, but the exact reasons are unclear.
The US-Iran conflict has been escalating in recent times, with both countries engaging in military actions and rhetoric. The sudden stop in US strikes on Hormuz may indicate a shift towards diplomacy, as noted by CBS News, which reports that the US-Iran war appears to have paused as Trump gives 'diplomacy a chance'.