President Donald Trump has temporarily suspended military strikes against Iran for a second consecutive night to allow diplomatic efforts more time to proceed, the United States ambassador to the United Nations reported Sunday. Ambassador Mike Waltz told Fox News that the administration is “giving talks some space” by pausing attacks, signaling a tactical shift amid escalating tensions.

The pause comes after nearly two weeks marked by daily U.S. airstrikes and reciprocal attacks, which undermined a ceasefire agreement reached in June. On the same day, an Iranian army spokesperson confirmed that Tehran had also stopped its “retaliatory” operations in the region, suggesting a mutual effort to de-escalate violence temporarily.

When asked whether the president had ruled out further escalation, Waltz told NBC that all options remained under consideration. “I wouldn’t go that far at all,” Waltz said, emphasizing that the administration is prepared to respond dynamically depending on developments.

The back-and-forth strikes have heightened concerns about stability in the Middle East, with the ceasefire established earlier this year unraveling amid renewed hostilities. The current diplomatic window appears aimed at preventing further confrontations while negotiations continue, although the situation remains fluid. Both the United States and Iran have indicated a willingness to de-escalate, at least temporarily, but observers caution that underlying tensions persist.