US Iran War News Live: Iran says Trump has 'backed down' as President pauses strikes on energy facilities
The US has paused strikes on Iranian energy facilities after productive talks, with Iran stating that Trump has 'backed down again'. The development comes amid rising tensions in the Gulf, with India intensifying evacuation efforts and oil prices sliding after Trump's comments.
Tensions between the US and Iran have eased slightly after the US paused strikes on Iranian energy facilities. The decision came after productive talks between the two countries. Iran has stated that Trump has 'backed down again'. India has intensified evacuation efforts from the Gulf, with 375,000 passengers returning since February 28. The country has also repatriated 13 seafarers and reported no congestion at ports. Oil prices have slid over 10% after Trump's remarks, signalling a possible de-escalation. Oman is working to secure the Hormuz passage, while China has capped fuel prices amid the Gulf crisis.
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