Event Brief
Trump says clock is ticking for Iran after Netanyahu call
Filed: May 17, 2026 at 9:05 PM ET
Summary: Trump said the “clock is ticking for Iran” after a call with Netanyahu involving China and the Hormuz region.
WHO: Donald Trump
WHAT: Trump warned that “the clock is ticking for Iran” and urged Iran to act quickly.
WHEN: May 17, 2026 at 2:57 PM ET
WHERE: USA
WHY: Trump was reacting to his call with Netanyahu that included discussion of China and the Hormuz region.
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