Trump Postpones Potential Strikes on Iranian Power Plants, Citing Ongoing Constructive Talks

President Donald Trump said on March 23 that he ordered a five‑day pause on planned U.S. strikes against Iranian energy sites after what he called "productive" talks toward a full resolution of the Middle East conflict.

In a Truth Social post, Trump stated that both sides discussed a "complete and total resolution" of the conflict, now entering its fourth week.

"I am pleased to report that the United States of America, and the country of Iran have had, over the last two days, very good and productive conversations regarding a complete and total resolution of our hostilities in the Middle East," the president said on his social media platform.