Trump Cites Gulf Allies in Decision to Halt Iran Strikes

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President Donald Trump announced his decision to not escalate military action against Iran over the past weekend. He characterized this choice as Iran's 'last chance' to negotiate a deal. Trump stated that he called off the planned attacks because Gulf allies requested he do so. The President has previously threatened and subsequently rescinded military strikes on multiple occasions. Journalist Nick Schifrin discussed these recent developments with Dania Thafer, executive director of the Gulf International Forum.