US President Donald Trump on Sunday claimed that the United States had been "locked and loaded" with military force against Iran at levels "not seen since World War II" but said he decided to call off the planned attack after Tehran and several Middle Eastern countries urged to hold off and pushed to make a deal.

WASHINGTON -- US President Donald Trump said on Saturday that he has agreed to hold off fresh attacks against Iran.

US -Iran war news: US President Trump has declared a suspension of military action against Iran, heeding requests from Tehran and other nations for a diplomatic approach. The…

US president says Israel is also committed to pause in fighting