Middle East crisis live: Trump claims Iran attack ‘on hold’ due to request from Gulf allies
Summary
President Donald Trump said he stopped a planned attack on Iran after leaders from Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates asked him to pause it to allow peace talks. He warned that the military is ready to launch a full attack if a good deal is not reached.Key Facts
- President Trump announced on Truth Social that Gulf states asked to delay the Iran strike.
- The Gulf countries involved are Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates.
- Trump said the goal is to prevent Iran from having nuclear weapons.
- The military is prepared to attack quickly if talks fail.
- Iran’s military says Pakistan shared Tehran’s latest offer with the US.
- Previous threats of strikes on Iran by Trump were withdrawn at the last moment.
- The conflict is causing higher oil and fertilizer prices due to disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz.
- The US blockade of Iranian ports has not forced Iran to make major concessions despite Iran’s economic problems.
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