President Donald Trump said the United States is prepared to take military action against Iran if circumstances require it, even as Saudi Arabia and Qatar favour a peaceful resolution.
Speaking after a phone call with Qatar's prime minister, Trump told Reuters that Qatar wants a negotiated settlement. He added that the United States remains ready to strike at any time, though he does not currently see military action as necessary.
Sources familiar with the discussions described the call with Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani as successful, while noting that further work remains. The possibility of renewed US strikes on Iran has not been ruled out.
Qatar's prime minister later posted that the consultations with Trump and Vice President JD Vance were constructive and aimed at bringing peace and stability to the region.
The comments come amid ongoing tensions and efforts by regional actors to mediate between Washington and Tehran.
