Trump’s remarks came after a meeting with the Qatari leader focused on Iran, regional security and diplomatic efforts to reduce tensions between Washington and Tehran.
In a statement on his Truth Social platform, Trump described the meeting as highly productive, saying the two leaders discussed several important issues, including the ongoing conflict with Iran.
The US president said Qatar, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Kuwait and other regional countries supported maintaining the current approach toward Iran.
According to Trump, these countries favour continuing the US naval blockade against Iran and the military operation known as “Iron Gate,” involving both land and maritime operations.
However, the reported support of Gulf countries for the blockade and military operation has not been independently verified.
Trump also reiterated his position that Iran must not be allowed to acquire nuclear weapons, saying regional partners shared Washington’s concerns over Tehran’s nuclear ambitions.
Despite maintaining a firm position on Iran’s nuclear programme, Trump indicated that further American military strikes were unlikely under current circumstances.
He warned, however, that the United States remained prepared to respond militarily if regional conditions changed.
The president also claimed that Israel and the wider Middle East were protected against threats from Iran, while emphasizing that Washington would continue safeguarding its national security interests.
Qatar has played a diplomatic role in efforts to ease tensions between Iran and the United States, maintaining communication channels aimed at exploring a possible negotiated settlement.
The meeting between Trump and the Qatari prime minister comes amid broader diplomatic efforts to prevent further escalation and establish a framework for ending the conflict.
Although Trump’s latest comments suggest cautious optimism about a possible resolution, no final agreement, formal ceasefire arrangement or confirmed timetable for ending the war has been announced.
However, diplomatic differences remain over Iran’s nuclear programme, sanctions and the US naval blockade. Tehran has sought an end to the blockade and hostilities, while Washington has rejected key elements of Iran’s proposals.