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Trump, Gulf Allies Push for Iran Deal | Lafayette Louisiana News
Trump insists he’s not seeking war with Iran, pivoting to diplomacy after Gulf allies—Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Qatar—steered negotiations away from a massive U.S. military strike, the largest since WWII. These nations, fearing a refugee crisis, pushed for talks that reached “perimeters” of a deal including reopening the Strait of Hormuz and halting Iran’s nuclear program. No deadline is set for Iran’s nuclear concessions. Tensions remain high: gas prices spiked to $4.10, and over 3,600 Iranians and 18 U.S. service members have died since late February. Trump repeatedly claims the war is nearing…
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