President Trump Tuesday halted a planned “major attack” on Iran at the request of Qatar’s Emir, Saudi Crown Prince MBS, and UAE President MBZ. Brent compressed to $107.71/bbl on de-escalation. Kentucky’s Massie-Gallrein primary headlines the marquee Trump-purge race. The Pentagon suspended the Permanent Joint Board on Defense with Canada Monday — first such pause since 1940 — over Carney’s Davos framework. PM Carney announced an “important initiative to build a stronger economy” Tuesday at 12:10 PM ET. Six states voting today. Defense Secretary Hegseth stumped for Gallrein in stark break from Pentagon norms. Today’s USA-Canada intelligence brief tracks six decisions converging on the Tuesday tape.
01 · USA — Trump Halts Planned Iran Strike Tuesday at Gulf Leaders’ Request
President Trump Tuesday May 19 halted a planned “major attack” on Iran scheduled for the day, citing “serious negotiations” and the personal request of Qatar’s Emir Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, and UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. Trump told reporters Tuesday: “I was an hour away” from striking Iran. Adm. Brad Cooper, CENTCOM commander, told House Armed Services 88 ships have been turned away under the US-led maritime blockade.
