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International military attack called off

Donald_Trump calls off Iran attack

Analysis based on 52 articles · First reported May 18, 2026 · Last updated May 24, 2026

Sentiment
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Attention
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Articles
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Market Impact
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Market Impact

The decision by Donald Trump>>> to call off the planned military attack on Iran>>> has a positive impact on market stability by reducing immediate geopolitical tensions. However, the continued control of the Strait of Hormuz>>> by Iran>>> and the ongoing blockade by the United States>>> still pose risks to global oil prices, which have already soared.

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Event Summary

US President Donald Trump>>> announced he is holding off a planned military attack on Iran>>> that was scheduled for Tuesday. This decision came at the request of leaders from Qatar>>>, Saudi Arabia>>>, and the United Arab Emirates>>>, who indicated that 'serious negotiations are now taking place' and a 'very acceptable' deal, including 'NO NUCLEAR WEAPONS FOR IRAN!', is expected. Donald Trump>>> warned that the United States>>> military remains prepared for a 'full, large scale assault' if an acceptable deal is not reached. Iran>>> has not publicly commented on this statement but has continued to control the Strait of Hormuz>>>, impacting global oil prices. The United States>>> has been enforcing a blockade of Iranian ports. Negotiations are ongoing through Pakistan>>>i mediators, with both sides presenting proposals and conditions, including Iran>>>'s demands for an end to the war, a halt to the US naval blockade, compensation, and sovereignty over the Strait of Hormuz>>>. The United States>>>' conditions reportedly include Iran>>> keeping only one nuclear site and transferring its enriched uranium stockpile.

Key Actions
85 Donald Trump launched military action Iran
83 Iran threatened closing
78 Donald Trump warned Iran
77 United States began blockade Iran
71 Saudi Arabia requested delay Donald Trump
71 United Arab Emirates requested delay Donald Trump
69 Qatar requested delay Donald Trump
69 Donald Trump declared Iran
60 Iran conveyed response United States
33 Japan spent
30 Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps struck groups United States
20 Australia — Reserve Bank of Australia judged interest rates restrictive
Entities Involved
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Donald Trump
Donald Trump>>>, as the President of the United States>>>, made the decision to call off the planned military attack on Iran>>> and is actively involved in the ongoing negotiations to secure a deal.
Importance 100 Sentiment 10
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Iran
Iran>>> is the target of the planned military attack and is currently engaged in serious negotiations with the United States>>> and its allies regarding its nuclear program, control of the Strait of Hormuz, and other demands. The country faces potential large-scale assault if a deal is not reached.
Importance 100 Sentiment -30
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United States
The United States>>>, led by Donald Trump>>>, planned a military attack on Iran>>> but held off due to ongoing negotiations. It is enforcing a blockade on Iranian ports and is a key party in the peace talks.
Importance 90 Sentiment 10
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Strait of Hormuz
The Strait of Hormuz>>> is a vital waterway controlled by Iran>>>, through which a significant portion of the world's oil and liquefied natural gas travels. Its closure has caused global oil prices to soar, making its management a key point in negotiations.
Importance 80 Sentiment 0
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Qatar
Qatar>>>, along with Saudi Arabia>>> and the United Arab Emirates>>>, requested Donald Trump>>> to hold off on the planned military attack on Iran>>>, indicating their involvement in facilitating negotiations.
Importance 70 Sentiment 10
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Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia>>>, alongside Qatar>>> and the United Arab Emirates>>>, urged Donald Trump>>> to postpone the military strike on Iran>>>, playing a role in encouraging diplomatic solutions.
Importance 70 Sentiment 10
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United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates>>>, along with Qatar>>> and Saudi Arabia>>>, requested Donald Trump>>> to delay the military attack on Iran>>>, highlighting their participation in the diplomatic efforts.
Importance 70 Sentiment 10
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Brent Crude
Brent Crude>>> futures slumped as fears of a prolonged conflict and disruption to energy markets, particularly the Strait of Hormuz, eased following the de-escalation between the United States>>> and Iran>>>.
Importance 70 Sentiment 20
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Japan — Japanese yen
The Japan — Japanese yen>>> remained a focus for potential intervention by Japan>>>ese officials to counter excessive foreign exchange volatility, despite the broader market stabilization.
Importance 60 Sentiment 10
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Japan
Japan>>>'s economy showed growth, and its officials expressed readiness to intervene in foreign exchange markets to support the Japan — Japanese yen>>>.
Importance 50 Sentiment 10
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Pakistan
Pakistan>>> is acting as a mediator in the exchanges between the United States>>> and Iran>>>.
Importance 40 Sentiment 0
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Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps>>> are a hardline military force in Iran>>> that struck groups linked to the United States>>> and Israel>>> within the Iranian province of Kurdistan.
Importance 40 Sentiment -20
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United States — Federal Reserve
The market's perception of the United States — Federal Reserve>>>'s likelihood to hike rates was influenced by easing inflation fears, which were partly due to the de-escalation of geopolitical tensions and lower oil prices.
Importance 40 Sentiment 0
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Israel
Israel>>> has been involved in attacks against Iran>>>-supported Hezbollah in Lebanon, which Iran>>> cites as a reason for its actions.
Importance 30 Sentiment 0
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Satsuki Katayama
Satsuki Katayama>>>, the Japan>>>ese Finance Minister, reiterated Japan>>>'s readiness to intervene in foreign exchange markets to support the Japan — Japanese yen>>>.
Importance 30 Sentiment 0
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