Trump pulls back on plan to attack Iran tomorrow, citing ‘serious negotiations’ after months-long war
President Trump has decided to postpone a planned attack on Iran, citing ongoing serious negotiations with Middle Eastern leaders. He indicated that these leaders believe a favorable deal regarding Iran's nuclear capabilities is possible. However, Trump remains prepared to launch a military assault if an acceptable agreement is not reached.
- ▪Trump announced he will not proceed with the scheduled attack on Iran at the request of Middle Eastern leaders.
- ▪He stated that serious negotiations are taking place and a deal is expected to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons.
- ▪Trump has instructed military officials to be ready for a large-scale assault if a satisfactory deal is not achieved.
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- ▪ Trump delays ‘scheduled attack’ on Iran, crediting ‘serious negotiations’ — Al Jazeera English
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Politics Trump pulls back on plan to attack Iran tomorrow, citing ‘serious negotiations’ after months-long war By Emily Goodin Published May 18, 2026, 3:16 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google President Trump said Monday he will hold off on his plan to attack Iran on Tuesday at the request of leaders in the Middle East “Serious negotiations are now taking place,” he wrote on Truth Social. He added that the leaders believed “a Deal will be made, which will be very acceptable to the United States of America, as well as all Countries in the Middle East, and beyond. This Deal will include, importantly, NO NUCLEAR WEAPONS FOR IRAN!” President Trump said Monday he was holding off on attacking Iran.
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