Iranian officials announced that the United States had not carried out any new military strikes overnight, a first for the country in two weeks. The pause marks a brief lull in a conflict that has seen repeated U.S. air and missile attacks on Iranian territory.
According to CBS News, NPR, The New York Times, and NBC News, U.S. forces had conducted daily strikes in the past weeks, largely as retaliation for Iranian threats and attacks. While President Donald Trump stated that Iran would "love to make a deal," the U.S. has continued its campaign. That same night, Fox News reported that Houthi fighters attacked a Saudi Arabian city, underscoring the broader regional volatility.
The temporary halt follows mounting tensions between Washington and Tehran, as Iran has threatened further retaliation. The pause may indicate a short‑term de‑escalation or a shift in U.S. operational priorities amid the ongoing conflict.