Iran Backs Down on Hormuz — But Trump's Strike Order Is Still on the Table

Executive Briefing

• Announces U.S. was 'locked and loaded' for unprecedented military action before halting attack pending negotiations
• Conditions include Iran's immediate reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and abandonment of its nuclear program
• Warns attack remains on the table, saying deal must be reached rapidly or strike proceeds
• Secretary Rubio argues Tehran must stop exporting revolution or face costs too high to sustain
• Trump expressed prior skepticism, stating Friday he was 'losing faith' in Iran due to history of deception