# Why has Trump halted Iran attacks, and what is the deal he is hinting at?

https://mins.news/en/item/11975

- Al Jazeera, 2026-08-02 09:43 UTC
- World
- Original: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/8/2/why-has-trump-halted-iran-attacks-and-what-is-the-deal-he-is-hinting-at?traffic_source=rss

> Donald Trump says the “perimeters” of a deal with Iran have been agreed, presenting that claim as the reason attacks have been paused. The report examines why he halted the attacks and what agreement he may be signalling. It also questions whether his assertion reflects a substantive arrangement or whether its details remain unclear.

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