The US president's decision marked the second time in as many weeks he has backed off a threat to escalate the war, buying more time

Donald Trump announced the dispatch of a US delegation to Islamabad for new talks with Tehran, which refuses to confirm its participation.

Vance cancelled his visit to Pakistan for peace talks on Tuesday.

Trump's announcement came after an expected trip by Vice President JD Vance to Pakistan for a peace talks with Iranian officials was put on hold.

The announcement came either two hours or a full day, depending on which Trump statement you believe, before the expiration of the two-week halt in attacks.

The US president's decision marked the second time in as many weeks he has backed off a threat to escalate the war, buying more time

President changed his tune at request of Pakistan’s leaders, though he said military blockade of Iranian ports will continue