U.S. President Donald Trump on Sunday ordered a pause of U.S. attacks on Iran for a second straight day as efforts to negotiate a deal have intensified, following nearly two weeks of consecutive daily strikes over control of the Strait of Hormuz, the White House said on Sunday.
The decision was confirmed by U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Mike Waltz and White House communications director Steven Cheung on Sunday.
“President Trump has always been consistent in saying he prefers a diplomatic solution, but he continues to retain all options if Iran continues terrorist activities in the Strait of Hormuz or against allies,” Cheung told media outlets Sunday….
Trump Pauses US Strikes in Iran After 13 Days of Attacks, White House Says
