On May 18, 2026, President Donald Trump announced that he had called off a "major" military strike on Iran that was scheduled for the following day, May 19
Trump stated he postponed the attack at the direct request of the leaders of Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates.
He indicated the delay was for a "short period of time"—roughly two or three days
Trump stated he postponed the attack at the direct request of the leaders of Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates.
He indicated the delay was for a "short period of time"—roughly two or three days