Trump ‘holds off’ planned Iran strikes as Gulf states take lead on deal
Donald Trump has decided to postpone a planned military strike on Iran at the request of Gulf allies. He expressed optimism about the potential for a new agreement to end hostilities, indicating that Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the UAE would play a significant role in negotiations. However, Trump warned that a full-scale attack on Iran could still occur if an acceptable deal is not reached.
- ▪Trump announced he was holding off on a planned attack on Iran at the request of Gulf allies.
- ▪He indicated that Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the UAE would take a leading role in negotiations.
- ▪A full-scale military attack on Iran remains a possibility if an agreement is not reached.
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