Event Brief
Trump urges Iran to 'do the smart thing'
Filed: May 05, 2026 at 2:06 PM ET
Summary: Trump urged Iran to act prudently as UAE air defenses engaged Iran missiles and the U.S. warned of a response to any attack on shipping.
WHO: Donald Trump
WHAT: Trump urged Iran to 'do the smart thing' during the Iran-Israel war
WHEN: May 05, 2026 at 1:03 PM ET
WHERE: United Arab Emirates
WHY: The statement was a response to the Iran missile and drone activity and related threats to shipping.
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