- August 18, 2026
- Updated 9:47 am
President Trump Criticizes Allies Amid Iran War Deadline
President Trump criticized U.S. allies as the deadline to finalize a deal to end the conflict with Iran drew near. On Monday, Trump threatened to bomb Oman, a nation that has been playing a mediating role in the ongoing negotiations. He also suggested reducing military exercises with South Korea, citing their refusal to join the conflict as a reason.
Amna Nawaz spoke with Alan Eyre and Reuel Marc Gerecht to explore the current situation and potential future steps. Eyre and Gerecht provided insights into the war’s status and discussed possible outcomes as the deadline approached.
Amna Nawaz co-anchors and co-manages editing at PBS NewsHour.
Dan Sagalyn, deputy senior producer for foreign affairs and defense at the PBS NewsHour, contributes to shaping the program’s stories on these subjects. His reporting has uncovered significant military issues and debates that often remain hidden from public discussion.
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