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U.S. pauses attacks on Iran for a second straight day and Tehran does too

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The United States paused its attacks on Iran for a second straight day Sunday and Tehran said it had done so too, as efforts continued to bring the countries back to negotiations on an interim ceasefire deal largely undermined by recent exchanges of fire. "President (Donald) Trump has always been consistent in saying he prefers a diplomatic solution, but he continues to retain all options if Iran continues terrorist activities in the Strait of Hormuz or against allies," White House communications director Steven Cheung said, adding: "It would be wise for Iran to work toward a negotiated deal. Otherwise, they know what will happen." A regional official involved in mediation efforts said diplomacy was underway and that a pause in U.S. and Iranian strikes was a "positive signal that helps their efforts to de-escalate."