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Trump Halts Massive Iran Strike; Poll Finds War Unpopular

8/3/2026

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On May 18, President Donald Trump halted a planned massive strike against Iran, citing serious negotiations after Gulf allies urged restraint.
Trump warned Tehran the United States would “obliterate” power plants and seize oil assets if Iran rejected U.S. terms.
An AP-NORC poll finds about two-thirds of U.S. adults, including most Democrats and 37% of Republicans, say the war that began on Feb. 28 has not been worthwhile.

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On May 18, President Donald Trump halted a planned massive strike against Iran, citing serious negotiations after Gulf allies urged restraint.
Trump warned Tehran the United States would “obliterate” power plants and seize oil assets if Iran rejected U.S. terms.
An AP-NORC poll finds about two-thirds of U.S. adults, including most Democrats and 37% of Republicans, say the war that began on Feb. 28 has not been worthwhile.