According to CoinMeta, Trump announced the cancellation of strikes against Iran, stating that Iran and other Middle Eastern countries had requested a postponement. Previously, sources reported that the Saudi Crown Prince called Trump to express his concerns. Military analyst and former U.S. Air Force Colonel Cedric Layton believes that both Saudi Arabia and Iran have sufficient reasons to avoid further escalation of regional conflicts. Layton pointed out that Saudi Arabia is under economic pressure due to the disruption of the Strait of Hormuz, and as a key ally of the United States in the Gulf, its diplomatic efforts played an important role in Trump's decision to postpone the strikes. He also noted that Iran is under pressure due to the blockade of the strait and economic losses, and after five months of conflict, it may also be trying to buy time and is making every effort to survive. “If there indeed is diplomatic pressure from Iran... I think that may reflect Iran's attempt to buy time,” Layton said. “They are indeed facing significant pressure on both the economic and military fronts. But at the same time, I am also aware that Iran is doing its utmost to survive,” he added.