DIFFERENT FOCUS
Coverage broadly emphasized Diplomatic Pivot, Military Limits; New York Post emphasized Tactical Pause, Force Still Ready.
LEFT FOCUS
- ▸Advisers raised concerns that expanded hostilities could dangerously drain Middle East air defense munitions stockpiles. — New York Times
- ▸Trump swung back toward diplomacy after threatening a 'massive attack,' with envoys reportedly talking to Tehran. — Washington Post
- ▸Axios reported the pause reflects recognition that the current strike level has reached the limit of its effectiveness. — Axios
RIGHT FOCUS
- ▸The White House has not announced the pause as a formal cease-fire and kept military options on the table. — New York Post
- ▸Trump said Thursday the U.S. was 'locked and loaded' for a possible major attack even as talks continued. — New York Post



