"Based on the tenor and tone of these in depth, detailed, and constructive conversations, I have instructed the Department of War to postpone any and all military strikes against Iranian power plants and energy infrastructure for a five-day period."
"Trump had given Tehran until 7:44 p.m. Washington time on March 23 to 'fully open' the key waterway, which handles about 20 percent of the world's oil and gas supplies, or face dire consequences."
"Iran's military command warned that if Iran's fuel and energy infrastructure is attacked, all energy infrastructure belonging to the United States in the region will be targeted."
Trump announced a five-day halt on military strikes against Iranian energy infrastructure following productive talks with Tehran. The decision is contingent on the success of ongoing discussions. A deadline was set for Iran to open the Strait of Hormuz, crucial for global oil supplies. Trump previously indicated a potential winding down of military operations, while the Pentagon is sending additional forces to the region. Iran has warned of retaliation if its infrastructure is attacked, threatening U.S. energy assets in response.
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