Gulf states talk Trump out of Iran strikes in a show of regional influence

May 19, 2026 · 5:01 PM UTC ·7 min read · 0 reactions · 0 comments · 27 views

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Gulf states successfully persuaded President Trump to delay military strikes on Iran amid ongoing negotiations. Trump acknowledged the influence of Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE in his decision to hold off on military action. The Gulf states are working collectively to prevent further escalation and support diplomatic efforts for a resolution.

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▪Trump suspended imminent US military strikes on Iran for two to three days after intervention from Gulf states.
▪Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE were named by Trump as key allies in convincing him to postpone military action.
▪Qatar's Foreign Ministry emphasized the importance of preventing war and supporting diplomatic channels for negotiations.

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▪ Stalled US-Iran talks show "Trump's strategy of pressure" is not paying off — France 24 (EN)

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