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Trump defers Iran strike 2-3 days; Barakah fire hits

Trump disclosed May 19 Iran attack postponed 2-3 days per Saudi, UAE, Qatar plea as serious talks resume. Pezeshkian countered deferral not surrender. Same day drones hit UAE's Barakah plant perimeter, sparking fire; IAEA flagged grave concern.

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