Trump warns Iran of possible strikes as nuclear talks stall

President Donald Trump warned Iran that the US military is "locked and loaded" to strike, while adding that military action "doesn't seem to be a very necessary thing" as negotiations continue. Trump said land and sea blockades are choking Iran's economy as intended, citing "Operation Iron Gate" and a total lockdown. He spoke after meeting Qatari Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani, a principal mediator, noting Iran is "talking very politely." No breakthrough has occurred despite recent proposals. Iran offered to end its Strait of Hormuz blockade in exchange for lifting the US blockade and some sanctions, but Secretary of State Marco Rubio rejected the conditions as "outrageous and ridiculous."