First Thing: Trump warns ‘clock is ticking’ for Iran to secure peace deal
Donald Trump has expressed urgency for Iran to reach a peace deal, warning that time is running out for the country. He plans to meet with his national security team to discuss the situation further. Meanwhile, tensions in the region are escalating, with the UAE blaming Iran for a fire near its nuclear facility.
- ▪Trump stated that Iran must act quickly to secure a peace agreement or face dire consequences.
- ▪He is scheduled to meet with his national security team to evaluate the next steps regarding Iran.
- ▪The UAE has accused Iran of launching a drone that caused a fire near its nuclear power plant, escalating regional tensions.
4 outlets in our directory ran this story, first to last over 4 hours. Coverage spans 2 points on the political spectrum — 2 lean left, 1 centre.
- ▪ Trump warns ‘clock is ticking’ for Iran to make peace deal as oil climbs and bonds sell off — The Globe and Mail
- ▪ Trump warns Iran ‘clock is ticking’ as new drone attacks hit U.A.E and Saudi Arabia — NBC News — World
- ▪ Middle East crisis live: Trump claims ‘very good chance’ of deal to prevent Iran obtaining nuclear weapon — World news | The Guardian
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A mural in Tehran depicting a US aircraft carrier under missile attack. Photograph: Vahid Salemi/APView image in fullscreenA mural in Tehran depicting a US aircraft carrier under missile attack. Photograph: Vahid Salemi/APFirst Thing newsletterUS newsFirst Thing: Trump warns ‘clock is ticking’ for Iran to secure peace dealUS president says there ‘won’t be anything left’ of country if it does not reach agreement. Plus, how to become emotionally mature at any ageNicola SlawsonMon 18 May 2026 07.27 EDTLast modified on Mon 18 May 2026 07.36 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleGood morning.Donald Trump has voiced impatience at the deadlock over peace talks with Iran, posting on social media: “For Iran, the Clock is Ticking, and they better get moving, FAST, or there won’t be anything left of…
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