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Trump Halts Planned Iran Attack After Gulf Leaders' Appeal

8/4/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump decided Sunday to hold off on strikes against Iran after urging from Qatar, Saudi Arabia and United Arab Emirates.
He said a plan for “the biggest attack since World War II” was ready but scrapped it to allow diplomacy, citing Gulf leaders—Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman—and a request from Iranian officials.
He warned strikes would have been disastrous for Gulf allies expecting a deal.

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U.S. President Donald Trump decided Sunday to hold off on strikes against Iran after urging from Qatar, Saudi Arabia and United Arab Emirates.
He said a plan for “the biggest attack since World War II” was ready but scrapped it to allow diplomacy, citing Gulf leaders—Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman—and a request from Iranian officials.
He warned strikes would have been disastrous for Gulf allies expecting a deal.