Trump Holds Conference Call with Gulf Leaders as Pressure Mounts

President Donald Trump held a conference call with the leaders of several Middle Eastern nations on Saturday to discuss a possible agreement between the United States and Iran.

Trump Holds Conference Call with Gulf Leaders as Pressure Mounts

TL;DR

  • President Trump participated in a conference call with leaders of several Middle Eastern nations.
  • The call focused on a potential agreement between the United States and Iran.
  • Participating Gulf states included Saudi Arabia, Qatar, the UAE, Egypt, Turkey, and Pakistan.
  • Israel was informed of the developing situation and in communication with the White House.
  • Trump is considering two options: agreeing to a deal or resuming bombing Iran.
  • He described his stance as "solid 50/50" between the two choices.
  • A decision is expected by Sunday after meetings with Steve Witkoff, Jared Kushner, and Vice President JD Vance.