Sunday 2 August 2026 07:30 UTC
Trump Calls Off Iran Strike as Conditional Deal Takes Shape
In the 24 hours ending 2 August at 07:30 UTC, Donald Trump, the US president, canceled a planned attack on Iran. Iran and other Middle Eastern countries had asked him to step back. The cancellation depends on reaching a deal. Trump said its main terms were agreed.
The deal would fully reopen the Strait of Hormuz and end Iran’s nuclear threat. Israel also joined the commitment. Mohammed bin Salman, Saudi Arabia’s crown prince, urged Trump to avoid further attacks.
Before the cancellation, Iran threatened energy sites across the region. It said any US or Israeli attack would bring a decisive response. US embassies advised Americans to prepare for cancelled flights and closed airspace.
Iran used the ceasefire to deepen coordination with Hezbollah, the Houthis, and Iraqi militias. Its Quds Force took a larger role in Hezbollah’s leadership. It planned indirect attacks designed to pressure the United States.
Alexus Grynkewich, commander of US forces in Europe, warned about serious defence shortages. He said US forces may struggle to defend Israel while meeting other commitments. Officials also fear falling stocks of Patriot missiles and other interceptors.
Federal investigators are examining possible Iranian cyberattacks on water systems in seven US states. The investigation includes the earlier disruption in Minnesota. Iran’s role remains unconfirmed.
Ukraine launched another large drone attack across Russia. The Saratov Oil Refinery caught fire. A distribution centre in Novosemeykino was also destroyed by fire.
A targeted bomb attack at a Moscow restaurant killed at least three people. Nearly 24 others were injured during the private event.
The death toll from mass migrant crossings into Ceuta rose sharply to at least 67. Spain accused some European Union countries of giving a selfish response.
Nirmal Purja, a leading mountaineer and former British soldier, was confirmed killed in the Pakistan avalanche.
China is rapidly expanding its military satellite capabilities. The systems combine surveillance, AI imagery, BeiDou navigation, and new communications tools. US officials warned they could improve military tracking and precision strikes.