Trump says he called off new Iran attack at request of Gulf states
Author: bbc.comPublished on: May 18, 2026Country: United States
Politics

U.S. President Donald Trump announced that he is postponing a military attack on Iran planned for Tuesday at the request of leaders from Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates. He stated that serious negotiations are underway and an acceptable deal for the U.S. is expected soon, while warning that the U.S. military is prepared to act swiftly if no agreement is reached. Tensions between the U.S. and Iran have escalated, including massive airstrikes and exchanges of fire in the region.
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