US defense secretary: No concerns over next strike decision on Iran
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says he is not worried about making a decision on the next strike against Iran, which he described as at its weakest.
President Donald Trump told Reuters on Monday that Qatar and Saudi Arabia are eager for a peaceful solution regarding the Iran conflict. According to Middle East Eye, Trump shared these remarks during a brief phone interview.
While noting the desire for a peaceful resolution from those nations, Trump stated that the United States is ready to resume military strikes if necessary. Al-Monitor reports that Trump had met with Qatar's prime minister earlier on Monday.
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- Trump tells Reuters that Qatar, Saudi Arabia want peaceful Iran deal, US ready for strikes if needed al-monitor.com
- Trump: Saudi Arabia, Qatar seek peaceful solution with Iran, US ready for strikes english.ajel.sa
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