Replay: Trump Addresses Iran War and FRANCE 24's Analysis • FRANCE 24 English

Why It Matters

The pause underscores Gulf states’ active role in averting immediate U.S. strikes and signals a window for diplomacy that could avert broader regional escalation; any deal or collapse of talks will materially affect U.S. strategy and regional security calculations.

Summary

Former President Donald Trump told reporters he paused a planned military strike on Iran at the request of Gulf allies who said negotiations with Tehran were close, saying he had been about an hour from ordering an attack. He described coordinated talks with Saudi Arabia, Qatar, UAE, Kuwait, Bahrain and Israel and suggested a limited delay of a few days to early next week while diplomacy proceeds. Trump framed the action as necessary to prevent Iran acquiring nuclear weapons and repeatedly warned Tehran would use them against regional targets. The remarks were delivered during an impromptu press appearance in which he also discussed Cuba and U.S. domestic politics.

Original Description

Rewatch as Trump addresses Cuba and the war in Iran amid stalled talks between Washington and Tehran, and analysis from FRANCE 24.

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