United States military pauses airstrikes on Iran after nearly two weeks of intensified bombing

By  News On Air   Jul 26, 2026

The United States military has paused its airstrikes on Iran after nearly two weeks of intensified bombing as diplomatic efforts gained momentum in an attempt to prevent a return to full-scale conflict.

Earlier, Iran reported no significant overnight military activity, marking the first interruption after 13 consecutive nights of US airstrikes.

The development has raised cautious hopes of de-escalation, although tensions remain high following the recent escalation around the Strait of Hormuz.

Iranian Health Ministry spokesperson Hossein Kermanpour confirmed the lull in military action through a post on social media, describing the night as peaceful.

Despite the relative calm within Iran, security concerns persisted across neighbouring Gulf states.

Saudi Arabian authorities briefly activated warning sirens in the Red Sea provinces of Yanbu and Jizan – both strategically important oil infrastructure hubs – after reports of a potential threat, which was later declared over.

In Bahrain, missile warning alarms were also triggered early this morning as a precaution.

Local officials subsequently confirmed that no casualties or damage had been reported.

While the overnight pause has provided a temporary respite, the security situation across the region remains fragile as diplomatic efforts continue.