Trump says renewed Iran war 'highly unlikely' as talks with Qatar loom

US President Donald Trump said renewed fighting with Iran is "highly unlikely," but warned his decision depends on whether Tehran signs a "very strong agreement," ahead of a meeting with Qatar's prime minister on Monday. Trump told CNN on Sunday he would strike again "if necessary," claiming he hit Iran "really hard," while Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said peace talks were paused due to shock from US midterm election results. Trump acknowledged the unpopular war contributed to Republican losses. The war began with US-Israeli strikes in late February. Iran continues blockading the Strait of Hormuz, and the US Navy maintains a counterblockade, while regional mediators like Qatar and Pakistan have failed to secure a definitive halt.