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Trump says more US attacks on Iran 'highly unlikely'
BBC • • nation
Key Points:
- President Donald Trump declared that Iran is "militarily effectively over" and expressed optimism about ongoing negotiations to end the Middle East conflict, emphasizing a status quo approach driven by regional allies.
- Trump indicated that renewed US military strikes on Iran are "highly unlikely" but maintained a "locked and loaded" stance if circumstances change, reflecting a shift after Republican losses in recent midterm elections.
- The US continues a naval blockade on Iranian ports to protect Gulf allies like Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the UAE, who have faced Iranian attacks and threats disrupting regional security and air travel.
- Trump met with Qatari Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdul Rahman Al Thani to discuss peace efforts, with both leaders reporting "positive discussions" about reaching a deal to end the conflict.
- Republican Congressman Thomas Massie called for the impeachment of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth over the Iran war, a move unlikely to pass before Democrats gain control of Congress in January.
