Reports from the New York Times indicate Iran reportedly called off a planned retaliatory attack against Israel. The potential attack was conceived as a response to recent strikes in Beirut. According to the report, the decision to halt the operation followed intervention by former U.S. President Donald Trump, communicated through intermediaries. Details regarding the nature of the planned attack and the specifics of Trump’s communication remain limited. The New York Times cites sources familiar with the situation as confirming this sequence of events. This intervention seemingly prevented further escalation of tensions in the region. The report suggests a direct link between Trump’s actions and Iran’s decision to stand down.