# Iran
Trump has postponed the strike on Iran, scheduled for 19 May, following an appeal from the leaders of the Gulf states
US President Donald Trump has stated that he has postponed a planned military strike against Iran following appeals from the leaders of Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates. According to him, the parties are continuing negotiations regarding a possible agreement.
Netanyahu and Trump discussed a possible new phase in the war against Iran
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and US President Donald Trump held a telephone conversation during which they discussed the situation regarding Iran and the possibility of a new phase in the military campaign.
The US has completely rejected Iran’s 14-point plan for resolving the conflict
The United States has rejected Iran’s 14-point proposal aimed at resolving the conflict and easing tensions between the two sides. Officials in Tehran claim that Washington continues to pursue a policy of pressure, particularly regarding Iran’s nuclear programme.
In the US, there is now talk of the risks of a strategic defeat following a war with Iran
The war with Iran has cast doubt on the US’s ability to maintain its dominance in the Persian Gulf and guarantee the safety of shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. Analysts and former US officials point to dwindling weapons stocks and Iran’s growing strength.
The US has depleted its weapons stocks following the war with Iran
Intense fighting between the US and Iran has led to a significant reduction in American missile and air defence systems. At the same time, according to US intelligence estimates, most Iranian missile launchers have remained intact.
Chinese firms plan to secretly sell weapons to Iran — NYT
Chinese companies discussed arms sales with Iran, planning to ship the weapons via other countries in order to conceal the origin of the military aid.
Trump has warned Iran that the war will be ended by force if it refuses to accept the US terms
US President Donald Trump has stated that Washington will “finish the job” if Iran does not agree to the US conditions regarding an end to the war and the nuclear programme. Tehran insists that the US must accept its latest peace plan.
Iran has restored access to 30 missile bases along the Strait of Hormuz following massive US strikes
New classified US intelligence assessments indicate that Iran retains access to most of its missile facilities along the Strait of Hormuz. This contradicts public statements by US President Donald Trump and members of his administration regarding the alleged complete weakening of the Iranian military.
Israel fears that Trump will strike a deal with Iran without achieving the war’s objectives
Israeli officials are concerned that US President Donald Trump might reach an agreement with Iran before the key issues that sparked the conflict between the two sides have been resolved.
The UAE secretly carried out strikes against Iran during the war with the US and Israel
The United Arab Emirates carried out military strikes on Iranian territory during the conflict involving the US and Israel. According to sources, one of the targets was oil refining infrastructure on Lavan Island.
Pakistan secretly has allowed Iran to station military aircraft at its airbases during the conflict with the US
Pakistan, which has publicly positioned itself as a mediator between Tehran and Washington, has allowed Iran to station military aircraft at its airbases. According to US officials, this may have been an attempt to protect part of Iran’s air force from US strikes.
Trump has described Iran’s response to US proposals to end the war as unacceptable
US President Donald Trump has criticised Iran’s response to American proposals to end the war. According to Iranian media reports, Tehran is demanding a cessation of hostilities, the lifting of the naval blockade and guarantees against further attacks.
