Published: Apr 08, 2026, 09:45 IST | Updated: Apr 08, 2026, 09:45 IST
US President Donald Trump has paused planned strikes on Iran just ahead of his “obliteration deadline”, signaling a temporary shift toward diplomacy amid escalating tensions in the US-Iran war. The pause comes as negotiations continue over reopening the Strait of Hormuz and a possible ceasefire framework.