According to a report by Anadolu Agency on Sunday July 26, 2026, Iran’s Army spokesman has announced that Tehran has suspended its retaliatory strikes after the United States paused its bombing campaign for a second consecutive night, bringing an end to nearly two weeks of reported American attacks.
The spokesman said Iran’s decision followed the halt in US military operations, while warning that any renewed American strikes could trigger a wider escalation and expand the geographical scope of the conflict.
Iranian officials cautioned that the confrontation had already extended beyond its initial areas, with Tehran pointing to developments around the Bab el-Mandeb Strait as evidence of the conflict’s broader regional impact.
The Bab el-Mandeb, located between Yemen and the Horn of Africa, is one of the world’s most important maritime routes, linking the Red Sea to the Gulf of Aden and serving as a key passage for international shipping.
Iran warned that any attempt by Washington to restart military operations would carry consequences and could draw additional areas into the confrontation.
The announcement comes as diplomatic and political efforts continue amid rising tensions between Iran and the United States.
Meanwhile, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is scheduled to meet with President Donald Trump in Washington on Tuesday, with regional security issues expected to be among the topics discussed.
The latest developments follow a period of heightened military exchanges involving Iran and the United States, raising concerns among international observers over the possibility of a broader regional conflict.
While Tehran has signaled a temporary pause in its response, officials have maintained that Iran remains prepared to act if it believes its interests or security are threatened.
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