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NPR News: 05-19-2026 3PM EDT

May 19, 2026·4 min·3-min readnews briefnews
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  • President Trump postpones planned strike on Iran after persuasion from Persian Gulf allies.
  • Vice President J.D. Vence emphasizes U.S. stance against Iran acquiring nuclear weapons, warning of global proliferation risks.
  • Primary election day in Kentucky features a high-stakes GOP

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