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Trump Halts Israeli Strike on Iran to Pursue Nuclear Talks

The U.S. president opts for diplomacy over military action, with indirect negotiations progressing and further talks scheduled in Rome.

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Saudi Arabia's Defence Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman al-Saud reacts as he attends a meeting with French Defence Minister at the Hotel des Invalides in Paris on December 19, 2023. (Photo by Geoffroy VAN DER HASSELT / AFP) (Photo by GEOFFROY VAN DER HASSELT/AFP via Getty Images)
In this photo released by the official website of the office of the Iranian supreme leader, Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei waves to the crowd during a meeting with officials, Islamic countries' ambassador to Iran and a group of people in Tehran, Iran, Monday, March 31, 2025.
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Overview

  • President Trump has stopped an imminent Israeli plan to strike Iran's nuclear facilities, emphasizing a diplomatic approach to address Tehran's nuclear program.
  • The decision followed weeks of internal debate within the Trump administration, with key officials expressing concerns about the risks of military escalation in the Middle East.
  • U.S. and Iranian representatives held initial indirect talks in Oman described as 'positive' and 'constructive,' with a follow-up meeting planned in Rome this weekend.
  • The U.S. has maintained a significant military presence in the region, including aircraft carriers and bombers, to deter potential threats and support regional stability.
  • Israel remains skeptical of the negotiations, fearing any agreement may fail to adequately curb Iran's nuclear ambitions, as Tehran continues uranium enrichment at 60% purity.