Trump Says Renewed Fighting with Iran 'Quite Unlikely'

US President Donald Trump said on November 9 that a resumption of hostilities with Iran is "quite unlikely," while stressing that US forces in the Middle East remain ready for combat. He discussed the situation with Qatar's Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani. Trump stated that Qatar, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Bahrain, Kuwait, and other nations support continuing the "largest naval blockade in history" and the new "Iron Gates" operation to cut off arms, dual-use technology, sanctioned goods, and illicit financial flows to Iran. All agreed Iran must not possess nuclear weapons, a non-negotiable issue. Trump added that if developments change, the US is "ready to fight," but currently sees positive momentum toward ending the conflict, ensuring Israel and the region are protected. He previously warned Washington has forces and targets for new strikes if negotiations fail, while Iran's foreign minister has threatened a military response.