Trump says delaying Iran attack at request of Gulf leaders

Published on 5/19/2026, 2:23:14 AM

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U.S.
President Donald Trump said he was postponing a planned attack on Iran scheduled for Tuesday (May 19, 2026) at the request of Gulf leaders amid “serious negotiations” with Tehran.
Trump’s sudden announcement on social media on Monday (May 18, 2026) came after Iran said it had responded to a new U.S.
proposal aimed at ending the war.
Trump said he would “hold off on our planned Military attack of the Islamic Republic of Iran, which was scheduled for tomorrow,” in a message on his Truth Social network.

Quick context: President Donald Trump said he was postponing a planned attack on Iran scheduled for Tuesday (May 19, 2026) at the request of Gulf leaders amid “serious negotiations” with Tehran.

Published May 19, 2026.

📌 Source: The Hindu

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