Trump Delays Iran Strike Amid Gulf Pressure and New Pakistan-Led Diplomacy

President Donald Trump revealed that a planned "full, large scale assault" on Iran has been delayed following direct appeals from Gulf Arab leaders. Officials from Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the UAE reportedly urged the administration to allow more time for negotiations, which they believe are nearing a potential deal. Despite the delay, the U.S. remains postured for immediate action if talks fail, while Iran's military command has issued its own warnings of a "decisive and extensive" retaliation against any future aggression. On the diplomatic front, Pakistan has emerged as a critical intermediary, reportedly passing a revised proposal from Tehran to Washington. While Iran's foreign ministry maintains that it is pursuing diplomacy seriously, it has publicly stated it will not be "subdued" by threats. Meanwhile, security concerns are expanding beyond traditional military targets to include critical digital infrastructure, with reports highlighting potential threats to undersea internet cables in the Strait of Hormuz. Regional stability continues to be pressured by proxy conflicts, particularly in Lebanon. Recent data indicates that over 3,000 people have been killed in Lebanon since early March following the failure of an April ceasefire. Despite these risks, commercial activity in the Strait of Hormuz showed signs of resilience last week, with vessel traffic increasing significantly as shippers attempt to navigate the volatile corridor.