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Trump Halts Planned Iran Strike After Gulf Leaders' Request

Donald Trump announced he was holding off on a planned military strike against Iran, which was reportedly scheduled for Tuesday. He stated that the decision came after requests from Gulf leaders and amid ongoing serious negotiations.

18 May, 08:53 — 18 May, 22:20
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BBCHigh1h ago

Trump says he called off new Iran attack at request of Gulf states

The US president says he is holding off on an US attack planned for Tuesday because "serious negotiations are now taking place".

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NYTMostly Factual2h ago

Trump’s ‘Anti-Weaponization’ Fund, Explained

The Trump administration is creating a $1.8 billion fund to compensate people it says were wronged by the federal government, a group that could be largely made up of the president’s allies.

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wsjHigh8h ago

Rule of Law 2, Trump’s Tariffs 0 - WSJ

Rule of Law 2, Trump’s Tariffs 0  WSJ

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FTVery High1h ago

Trump says he called off attack on Iran planned for Tuesday

US president says the UAE, Saudi Arabia and Qatar requested that Washington suspend operation

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le-mondeHigh1h ago

Trump administration creates $1.7bn fund to compensate political allies prosecuted under Biden

Watchdog groups and Democrats were swift to attack the plan as a brazen, corrupt 'slush fund' to reward Trump loyalists with taxpayer money.

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The GuardianMostly Factual3h ago

Greenland decries US doctor’s visit with Trump envoy as ‘deeply problematic’

Health minister issues stern rebuke, saying Greenlanders are not ‘experimental subjects’ of geopolitical interest Greenland’s government has criticised the arrival of a US doctor in Nuuk alongside Donald Trump’s special envoy, Jeff Landry, saying that Greenlanders are not “experimental subjects”. Joseph Griffin said he had joined the delegation as a volunteer to “assess the medical needs” of the Arctic island, which the US president has repeatedly threatened to invade. Continue reading...

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NPRHigh38m ago

President Trump drops lawsuit against IRS

President Trump is walking away from a $10 billion case he filed against the IRS. But the resolution of the case is prompting House Democrats and ethics officials to cry foul.

By Carrie Johnson

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Fox NewsMixed1h ago

Apologies and cash headed to alleged ‘weaponization’ victims in billion-dollar Trump settlement

The DOJ created a $1.776 billion fund for people who allege they were victims of government lawfare as part of a Trump IRS lawsuit settlement.

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Al JazeeraMostly Factual3h ago

Trump drops IRS lawsuit, sets up $1.7bn US anti-weaponisation fund

The new fund has led to widespread pushback from Democrats and government watchdog groups.

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CNNMostly Factual7h ago

Trump drops lawsuit against IRS amid talks of establishing a $1.8 billion fund for allies - CNN

Trump drops lawsuit against IRS amid talks of establishing a $1.8 billion fund for allies  CNN

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cnbcMostly Factual1h ago

Trump says he's postponing 'scheduled attack of Iran tomorrow' at Middle East leaders' request

President Donald Trump said he is calling off a plan to attack Iran on Tuesday after the heads of three regional powers in the Middle East asked him to "hold off."

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cbcHigh1h ago

Trump says he's called off Tuesday Iran strike at request of Gulf allies

U.S. President Donald Trump said he is holding off on a military strike on Iran planned for Tuesday because "serious negotiations" are underway. Trump's announcement in a social media post Monday came as he had threatened the clock was ticking for Iran to strike a deal or fighting would renew after a fragile ceasefire.

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DWHigh54m ago

Trump drops IRS lawsuit, gets billion-dollar "victim's fund"

A new settlement will disburse $1.76 billion to victims of so-callled "lawfare," who were prosecuted under President Joe Biden. Critics have said the move amounts to "outright corruption."

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SCMPMostly Factual1h ago

Trump says he has called off Tuesday’s planned Iran strike at request of Gulf allies

US President Donald Trump said he is calling off a military strike on Iran planned for Tuesday because “serious negotiations” are under way. Trump’s announcement in a social media post on Monday came as he had threatened the clock was ticking for Iran to strike a deal or fighting would renew after a fragile ceasefire. The president did not offer details about the planned attack but said but he instructed the US military “to be prepared to go forward with a full, large scale assault of Iran, o...

By Associated Press

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France 24High3h ago

Trump drops $10 billion IRS lawsuit in exchange for $1.7 billion fund for allies

The US Justice Department on Monday announced the creation of a $1.7 billion fund to compensate allies of President Donald Trump who believe they were politically persecuted by the department under his predecessor Joe Biden's term in office. The fund is part of a deal to bring an end to Trump's $10 billion lawsuit against the Internal Revenue Service for the leak of his tax returns during his first stint in the White House.

By FRANCE 24

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marketwatchMostly Factual1h ago

Trump’s IRS settlement features a $1.8 billion ‘anti-weaponization’ fund for allies. Here’s who may get the money.

Critics blast the potential taxpayer-funded payouts to Trump supporters and make an effort to stop them

By Victor Reklaitis

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The IndependentMostly Factual3h ago

US drops criminal charges against Indian billionaire Gautam Adani

Adani faced accusations of deceiving investors in a substantial solar energy initiative in India

By Michael R. Sisak and Larry Neumeister

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forbes5h ago

Trump’s Streak Of Record-Low Approval Ratings Continues - Forbes

Trump’s Streak Of Record-Low Approval Ratings Continues  Forbes

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YahooMostly Factual1h ago

Trump says he's called off Iran strike planned for Tuesday at request of Gulf allies

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national-postMostly Factual4h ago

Trump warns Iran ‘the clock is ticking’ on deal

The president was expected to talk with Netanyahu as he weighs restarting U.S. military action

By Jewish News Syndicate

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Times of IndiaMostly Factual1h ago

Trump says attack on Iran put on hold, warns ready for ‘full, large scale assault’ if no deal reached

By TOI WORLD DESK

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hindustan-timesMostly Factual50m ago

Trump says US ‘holding off’ attacks on Iran after Saudi Arabia, UAE's request; asks Army to stay fully prepared

While the US is holding off its attack, Donald Trump has asked his team to remain prepared for a full-scale offense against Iran in case a deal is not reached.

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straits-timesMostly Factual11h ago

Taiwan open to direct talks between Trump and Lai amid concerns after Beijing summit - The Straits Times

Taiwan open to direct talks between Trump and Lai amid concerns after Beijing summit  The Straits Times

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jerusalem-postMostly Factualjust now

Trump claims Gulf leaders requested he hold off on striking Iran, originally 'planned' for Tuesday

The heads of the UAE, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia called Trump, asking him not to strike Iran, the president said.

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ndtvMostly Factual1h ago

Trump Holds Off On Planned Iran Strike After Gulf Allies' Request

Trump's announcement in a social media post Monday came as he had threated the clock was ticking for Iran to strike a deal or fighting would renew after a fragile ceasefire.

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deadlineMostly Factual2h ago

‘The Daily Show’s Ronny Chieng On Ensuring “What We’re Making Fun Of Is Factually Accurate” – Crew Call Podcast

On the first Crew Call of pre-Emmy season, The Daily Show news team member Ronny Chieng shares with us how to survive and thrive during the President Donald Trump 2.0 administration; especially when the news cycle can change on a dime close to air-time. In short there are no taboos, but as Chieng shares, “we […]

By Anthonypauldalessandro

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rolling-stoneMostly Factual4h ago

Trump Creates $1.776 Billion Fund to Send Taxpayer Money to Allies

The president's Justice Department announced the move after the president dropped his $10 billion lawsuit against the IRS

By Ryan Bort

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rte-newsMostly Factual5h ago

US attack on Iran paused to allow for talks, says Trump

US President ⁠Donald Trump has said he had paused a planned attack against Iran to allow for negotiations to take place on a deal to end the war, after Iran sent a new peace proposal to Washington.

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channel-news-asiaMostly Factual7h ago

Trump says he paused attack on Iran as negotiations continue

US President Donald Trump said leaders from Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the UAE had urged him to delay the attack because they believed a deal could still be reached.

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seeking-alphaMixed1h ago

Trump calls off planned Iran attack, citing Middle East leaders' request

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billboardMostly Factual3h ago

The White House Crowns Donald Trump ‘Iceman’ in TikTok Soundtracked by Drake

The administration previously posted a MAGA-inspired Iceman cover.

By Michael Saponara

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RapplerMostly Factual7h ago

DOJ recommends plunder, graft cases vs Estrada, Bonoan over flood control mess

The Office of the Ombudsman will still review the recommendation of the Department of Justice, and decide whether or not to file the cases in court

By Jairo Bolledo

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inquirerMostly Factual2h ago

Maguindanao mayor seeks swift DOJ action on anti-terror raps vs 15

MANILA, Philippines — Shariff Aguak Mayor Akmad “Mitra” Ampatuan on Monday went to the Department of Justice in Manila to seek swift action on the charges for alleged violations of the Anti-Terrorism Act that he filed against 15 individuals allegedly involved in a rocket-propelled grenade (RPG) ambush on him last January. Ampatuan arrived at the

By dsanchez

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philstarMostly Factual4h ago

DOJ recommends plunder raps vs Jinggoy, Bonoan

Sen. Jinggoy Estrada and former officials of the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) could face plunder, graft and corruption and direct bribery cases due to their role in the government flood control scandal, the Office of the Ombudsman announced yesterday.

By Ghio Ong

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Daily SabahMixed1h ago

US pauses planned Iran strike amid serious negotiations: Trump

U.S. President Donald Trump said Monday he is holding off on a planned military strike against Iran scheduled for Tuesday because 'serious negotiations' are underway, while warning...

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zerohedgeLow5h ago

DoJ Establishes "Anti-Weaponization" Fund After Trump Drops $10 Billion Lawsuit Against IRS

DoJ Establishes "Anti-Weaponization" Fund After Trump Drops $10 Billion Lawsuit Against IRS Update (1130ET): The DOJ announces that as a part of the settlement agreement in President Donald Trump v. the IRS, the Attorney General established “The Anti-Weaponization Fund” to provide a systematic process to hear and redress claims of others who suffered weaponization and lawfare. “The machinery of government should never be weaponized against any American, and it is this Department...

By Tyler Durden

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Daily Star BDMixed8h ago

How Trump’s crypto venture and Iran’s top exchange tapped into the same industry networks - The Daily Star

How Trump’s crypto venture and Iran’s top exchange tapped into the same industry networks  The Daily Star

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global-timesLow11h ago

US President warns Iran ‘clock is ticking’ amid stalled peace talks; dilemma persists as neither side ready for substantial compromise for deal: Chinese expert - Global Times

US President warns Iran ‘clock is ticking’ amid stalled peace talks; dilemma persists as neither side ready for substantial compromise for deal: Chinese expert  Global Times

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vanguard-ngMixed55m ago

Why I’m delaying attack on Iran – Trump

Trump's sudden announcement on social media on Monday came after Iran said it had responded to a new US proposal aimed at ending the war. The post Why I’m delaying attack on Iran – Trump appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Henry Oduah

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straits-times18 May, 08:53First to report

Taiwan open to direct talks between Trump and Lai amid concerns after Beijing summit - The Straits Times

global-times18 May, 09:16

US President warns Iran ‘clock is ticking’ amid stalled peace talks; dilemma persists as neither side ready for substantial compromise for deal: Chinese expert - Global Times

3h later
wsj18 May, 11:53

Rule of Law 2, Trump’s Tariffs 0 - WSJ

Daily Star BD18 May, 12:26

How Trump’s crypto venture and Iran’s top exchange tapped into the same industry networks - The Daily Star

CNN18 May, 13:03

Trump drops lawsuit against IRS amid talks of establishing a $1.8 billion fund for allies - CNN

channel-news-asia18 May, 13:30

Trump says he paused attack on Iran as negotiations continue

Rappler18 May, 13:38

DOJ recommends plunder, graft cases vs Estrada, Bonoan over flood control mess

Reuters18 May, 13:42

Trump dismisses lawsuit against IRS, court filing shows - Reuters

1h later
irozhlas18 May, 15:00

Po nás potopa. Trump nemyslí na Američany ani na to, co přijde po něm, říká historik Snyder

forbes18 May, 15:20

Trump’s Streak Of Record-Low Approval Ratings Continues - Forbes

rte-news18 May, 15:33

US attack on Iran paused to allow for talks, says Trump

zerohedge18 May, 15:40

DoJ Establishes "Anti-Weaponization" Fund After Trump Drops $10 Billion Lawsuit Against IRS

rolling-stone18 May, 15:51

Trump Creates $1.776 Billion Fund to Send Taxpayer Money to Allies

philstar18 May, 16:00

DOJ recommends plunder raps vs Jinggoy, Bonoan

observador18 May, 16:30

Donald Trump expulsou Lula da Silva da Casa Branca?

national-post18 May, 16:35

Trump warns Iran ‘the clock is ticking’ on deal

aktualne-cz18 May, 16:42

Amerika na kolenou: Trumpovi lidé spustili „Boží oslavu 250 let USA“

AP18 May, 16:54

Justice Department announces a $1.7B fund to compensate Trump allies in a deal to drop IRS suit - AP News

France 2418 May, 16:55

Trump drops $10 billion IRS lawsuit in exchange for $1.7 billion fund for allies

billboard18 May, 17:04

The White House Crowns Donald Trump ‘Iceman’ in TikTok Soundtracked by Drake

The Guardian18 May, 17:06

Greenland decries US doctor’s visit with Trump envoy as ‘deeply problematic’

la-vanguardia18 May, 17:23

Trump instaura un fondo de 1.776 millones para compensar a los “perseguidos políticos” por Biden

The Independent18 May, 17:34

US drops criminal charges against Indian billionaire Gautam Adani

Al Jazeera18 May, 17:39

Trump drops IRS lawsuit, sets up $1.7bn US anti-weaponisation fund

rzeczpospolita18 May, 17:43

Jerzy Surdykowski: Pytajmy nie o to, o czym Xi Jinping z Trumpem rozmawiali, ale o czym nie rozmawiali

die-presse18 May, 18:05

Nach Trump-Besuch: Xi und Putin festigen in Peking demonstrativ ihre Freundschaft [premium]

der-standard18 May, 18:08

Trump zieht milliardenschwere Klage gegen US-Steuerbehörde zurück

inquirer18 May, 18:09

Maguindanao mayor seeks swift DOJ action on anti-terror raps vs 15

deadline18 May, 18:16

‘The Daily Show’s Ronny Chieng On Ensuring “What We’re Making Fun Of Is Factually Accurate” – Crew Call Podcast

20-minuten18 May, 18:32

China first? Bild von Trump-Besuch ist die Aufregung nicht wert

NYT18 May, 18:45

Trump’s ‘Anti-Weaponization’ Fund, Explained

Fox News18 May, 18:57

Apologies and cash headed to alleged ‘weaponization’ victims in billion-dollar Trump settlement

iefimerida18 May, 19:07

Ο Τραμπ ετοίμαζε να επιτεθεί αύριο στο Ιράν -Το ανέβαλε μετά από αίτημα του εμίρη του Κατάρ

Daily Sabah18 May, 19:12

US pauses planned Iran strike amid serious negotiations: Trump

vg18 May, 19:13

Trump utsetter «planlagt» Iran-angrep

Yahoo18 May, 19:14

Trump says he's called off Iran strike planned for Tuesday at request of Gulf allies

lsm-lv18 May, 19:15

Irāna nosūtījusi savu atbildi jaunākajam ASV piedāvājumam par konflikta beigām

seeking-alpha18 May, 19:17

Trump calls off planned Iran attack, citing Middle East leaders' request

naftemporiki18 May, 19:18

Τραμπ: Η επίθεση στο Ιράν θα αναβληθεί κατόπιν αιτήματος των ηγετών του Κόλπου

dr-dk18 May, 19:19

Trump siger, at han har udsat angreb mod Iran

aftonbladet18 May, 19:19

Trump: ”Seriösa förhandlingar” på gång med Iran

svenska-dagbladet18 May, 19:19

Trump: ”Seriösa förhandlingar” på gång med Iran

hotnews18 May, 19:20

Trump anunță că a amânat, în ultimul moment, un atac asupra Iranului, dar că a dat ordin armatei să fie gata pentru „un asalt complet, la scară largă”

dh-les-sports18 May, 19:21

Aux USA, Donald Trump propose un fonds pour ses partisans poursuivis sous Biden "qui ont été victime d'instrumentalisation"

FT18 May, 19:24

Trump says he called off attack on Iran planned for Tuesday

le-monde18 May, 19:27

Trump administration creates $1.7bn fund to compensate political allies prosecuted under Biden

tvn2418 May, 19:28

Trump: Wstrzymałem zaplanowany atak na Iran. Na prośbę sojuszników

n1-bih18 May, 19:32

Trump poručio da odgađa planirani napad na Iran u utorak: "Zamolili su me..."

dnevnik-bg18 May, 19:33

Тръмп обяви, че отложил удари по Иран по искане на Саудитка Арабия, Катар и ОАЕ

balkan-web18 May, 19:33

“Kishim planifikuar të sulmonim nesër”/ Trump zbulon planin ndaj Iranit: Hoqa dorë vetëm sepse ma kërkoi…

orf18 May, 19:33

Trump: Geplanter Angriff auf Iran ist ausgesetzt

cbc18 May, 19:35

Trump says he's called off Tuesday Iran strike at request of Gulf allies

index-hr18 May, 19:35

Trump: Odgodili smo planirani napad na Iran

BBC18 May, 19:37

Trump says he called off new Iran attack at request of Gulf states

dagbladet18 May, 19:38

Trump: Utsetter planlagt angrep

Times of India18 May, 19:38

Trump says attack on Iran put on hold, warns ready for ‘full, large scale assault’ if no deal reached

ndtv18 May, 19:39

Trump Holds Off On Planned Iran Strike After Gulf Allies' Request

newsbeast18 May, 19:40

Ο Τραμπ ετοίμαζε να επιτεθεί στο Ιράν – Γιατί σταμάτησε και ποιος του το ζήτησε – Η ανάλυση του Reuters που τρομάζει

el-mundo18 May, 19:41

Donald Trump anuncia que suspende un ataque planeado contra Irán a petición de sus aliados árabes

aktuality-sk18 May, 19:41

Trump ustúpil od úderu na Irán. Katarský emir a saudský princ ho zastavili, šancu dostanú rokovania

SCMP18 May, 19:43

Trump says he has called off Tuesday’s planned Iran strike at request of Gulf allies

cnbc18 May, 19:43

Trump says he's postponing 'scheduled attack of Iran tomorrow' at Middle East leaders' request

marketwatch18 May, 19:44

Trump’s IRS settlement features a $1.8 billion ‘anti-weaponization’ fund for allies. Here’s who may get the money.

NHK World18 May, 19:50

トランプ大統領 “19日に予定のイランへの軍事攻撃 停止指示”

berlingske18 May, 19:51

Trump afblæser Iran-angreb: Der foregår seriøse forhandlinger

delfi-lt18 May, 19:52

Trumpas tvirtina atidedantis ataką prieš Iraną Persijos įlankos šalių lyderių prašymu

vanguard-ng18 May, 19:53

Why I’m delaying attack on Iran – Trump

faz18 May, 19:53

Liveblog Irankrieg: Trump sagt Angriff auf Iran für Dienstag ab

DW18 May, 19:53

Trump drops IRS lawsuit, gets billion-dollar "victim's fund"

hindustan-times18 May, 19:58

Trump says US ‘holding off’ attacks on Iran after Saudi Arabia, UAE's request; asks Army to stay fully prepared

jutarnji-list18 May, 20:06

‘U utorak je trebao krenuti veliki napad na Iran. Tri čovjeka su me molila da ga otkažem. Pristao sam‘

NPR18 May, 20:10

President Trump drops lawsuit against IRS

digi2418 May, 20:14

Trump afirmă că va amâna atacul planificat împotriva Iranului, la cererea liderilor din Qatar, Arabia Saudită și Emiratele Arabe Unite

klix-ba18 May, 20:15

Trump odgodio planirani napad na Iran i poručio da su u toku ozbiljni pregovori

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jerusalem-post18 May, 22:20Latest update

Trump claims Gulf leaders requested he hold off on striking Iran, originally 'planned' for Tuesday