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Trump says he halts Iran strikes, Iran denies deal

Published 2 August 2026

President Donald Trump announced he has canceled planned military strikes against Iran, stating that Tehran and other regional countries requested a delay because the framework for a deal to reopen the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz and address Iran's nuclear program had been agreed upon.

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