Trump postpones decision on Iran strike to allow more time for talks: WSJ
May 23, 2026, 1:04 PM
President Donald Trump has decided against formally ordering a new military strike on Iran for now, opting instead to allow more time for diplomatic negotiations, The Wall Street Journal (WSJ) reported, citing multiple U.S. officials. During a meeting with his national security team on May 22, President Trump was briefed on the ongoing dialogue with Iran and subsequently expressed his intention to grant additional time for the talks. However, he also made it clear that the option for a military attack remains reserved should the negotiations ultimately fail.
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