Trump pauses Iran airstrikes as US weighs missile stockpiles, diplomatic openings and political risks in a high-stakes Middle East balancing act.

Trump affirms ongoing U.S. pressure on Iran despite military pause. End of Iranian blockade by July 31, 2026 at 14% YES.

The US military has said that its naval blockade against Iran "remains in full effect" but did not explain why it halted a streak of 13 nights of escalating strikes.