Event Brief
Gulf leaders asked Trump to delay Iran strike
Filed: May 19, 2026 at 4:05 PM ET
Summary: Trump said Saudi, UAE, and Qatar leaders asked him to hold off on a planned strike on Iran.
WHO: Donald Trump
WHAT: Trump said he was asked by the Emir of Qatar, the Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia, and the UAE president to delay a planned military attack on Iran.
WHEN: May 19, 2026 at 5:18 PM ET
WHERE: USA
WHY: The leaders asked Trump to hold off on the planned strike amid serious negotiations, fearing retaliation that could target Gulf energy and infrastructure.
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