Trump claims Gulf leaders requested he hold off on striking Iran, originally 'planned' for Tuesday
President Trump stated that leaders from the UAE, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia requested him to delay a planned strike on Iran. The strike was initially scheduled for Tuesday. This request highlights the influence of Gulf leaders on U.S. military decisions in the region.
- ▪Trump mentioned that Gulf leaders called him to ask for a delay in military action against Iran.
- ▪The strike was originally planned for Tuesday.
- ▪The request from Gulf leaders underscores their concern about escalating tensions in the region.
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Trump claims Gulf leaders requested he hold off on striking Iran, originally 'planned' for TuesdayThe heads of the UAE, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia called Trump, asking him not to strike Iran, the president said.Follow us on GooglePresident Donald Trump mimics firing a gun during a news conference in the White House briefing room about the war in Iran on Monday, April 6, 2026. (photo credit: Tom Williams/CQ Roll Call/JTA)
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