Trump warns Iran ‘clock is ticking’ as new drone attacks hit U.A.E and Saudi Arabia
President Trump has issued a warning to Iran, stating that the 'clock is ticking' as tensions escalate following drone attacks on U.S. allies in the Gulf. Iran's foreign ministry responded, asserting that they are not intimidated by threats and that negotiations to end the conflict are ongoing. The situation remains precarious, with both sides signaling readiness for renewed hostilities if a resolution is not reached soon.
- ▪Trump warned Iran to act quickly or face severe consequences.
- ▪Iran's foreign ministry stated they are not intimidated and negotiations are ongoing.
- ▪Recent drone attacks have heightened tensions in the region, with the U.A.E. and Saudi Arabia reporting incidents.
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
- ▪ First Thing: Trump warns ‘clock is ticking’ for Iran to secure peace deal — The Guardian — 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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| Publication time | Mon, 18 May 2026 09:40:32 GMT |
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Iran warTrump warns Iran ‘clock is ticking’ as new drone attacks hit U.A.E and Saudi ArabiaIran’s foreign ministry said Monday that Tehran was not “intimidated by the enemy’s threats” but that talks to end the war remained ongoing.Listen to this article with a free account00:0000:00Add NBC News to GoogleLindsey Graham says the U.S. has ‘hit a wall’ on Iran negotiations: Full interview12:47Get more newsLiveonShareAdd NBC News to GoogleMay 18, 2026, 5:40 AM EDTBy Chantal Da SilvaThe “Clock is Ticking” for Iran, President Donald Trump has warned, as deadlocked diplomacy and new drone attacks against U.S.
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