U.S. officials delay planned strike on Iran for two or three days

U.S. officials announced on Monday that a planned strike on Iran scheduled for Tuesday would be delayed. The decision followed requests from Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates for additional time to negotiate with Iranian representatives.

Background on the delay Officials stated that Iran now has two or three days to offer a counterproposal for a more permanent arrangement. The pause was described as limited, with references to possible action by Friday, Saturday, Sunday, or early the following week.

Statements on nuclear concerns Officials emphasized that the period is short because nuclear weapons cannot be allowed. They also noted continued consideration of further military action while negotiations proceed. "They want to have a nuclear weapon to blow up the Middle East and to blow up, frankly, the world.

" Democratic lawmakers have called for limits on the use of military force in the situation. Officials maintained that the actions address nuclear weapons that could affect multiple cities.