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Trump Cites Gulf Allies in Decision to Halt Iran Strikes

President Trump stated that Gulf allies requested he not escalate military action against Iran. He described the decision to call off strikes as Iran's 'last chance' to reach a deal. This marks one of several instances where Trump has announced and then rescinded threats of military action.

08/19/2026 · Georgia edition

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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 The President has previously threatened and subsequently rescinded military strikes on multiple occasions.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.

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