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The people of 18 May
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Donald Trump
President of the United States (2017–2021; since 2025)
U.S. president Donald Trump announces that he has called off planned military strikes against Iran for tomorrow at the request of Middle East allies including Qatari emir Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Saudi crown prince Mohammed bin Salman, and Emirati president Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, citing "serious negotiations" taking place.
Conflict · 18 May · with Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Mohammed bin Salman, Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan
Abu Lulu
Sudanese military commander and war criminal
It is reported that Rapid Support Forces has released commander Abu Lulu after previously being arrested last year after videos were seen of him executing and massacring civilians in El Fasher, Sudan. He is back in combat following his release.
Conflict · 18 May
Esmail Baghaei
Iranian diplomat (born 1975)
Iranian foreign ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei says that talks between Iran and the U.S. are still ongoing via Pakistani mediation.
Conflict · 18 May
Jim Chalmers
Australian politician (born 1978)
Australian treasurer Jim Chalmers orders several China-linked shareholders to divest their stakes in Northern Minerals under foreign investment laws aimed at protecting the country's rare earths sector.
Business · 18 May
Sara Duterte
Vice President of the Philippines since 2022
The Philippine senate resumes the impeachment process against Vice President Sara Duterte following last week's lockdown.
Politics · 18 May
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