U.S. won't strike Iran's power plants for 5 days, Trump says in turnaround on Strait of Hormuz deadline

President Trump announced on Truth Social that the U.S. will hold off on striking Iran's power plants for five days, reversing an earlier deadline tied to the Strait of Hormuz. The decision signals a potential opening for diplomatic resolution to the broader conflict, though Iranian officials have publicly denied that negotiations are underway. Trump's announcement leaves open the possibility of military action if the five-day window closes without progress, effectively pausing escalation while maintaining pressure. The delay reflects a shift in Trump's approach after initially setting a firm timeline for strikes, though the underlying tensions between the U.S. and Iran remain unresolved.