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Ongoing Story· Day 2

Trump Says Gulf States Favor Iran Blockade, US Ready for Strikes

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Trump Says Gulf States Favor Iran Blockade, US Ready for Strikes

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U.S. President Donald Trump announced that Gulf states, including Qatar and Saudi Arabia, support a naval blockade and "Operation Iron Gate" against Iran, while seeking a diplomatic solution. Trump stated the U.S. is prepared for military strikes if diplomacy fails. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, however, expressed skepticism about progress in negotiations, calling Iran's demands unrealistic. The U.S. maintains that Iran must not obtain nuclear weapons.

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  • Gulf states favor a naval blockade and "Operation Iron Gate" against Iran, President Trump said.
  • The U.S. is prepared to launch military strikes if diplomatic negotiations with Iran fail.
  • President Trump stated that Qatar and Saudi Arabia are seeking a diplomatic resolution.
  • All consulted Gulf nations agree Iran must not acquire nuclear weapons, according to Trump.
  • Secretary of State Marco Rubio expressed skepticism about progress in Iran negotiations.
  • Rubio described Iran's demands in negotiations as "outrageous and ridiculous."

Israel National News publishes in English. The key points are summarized above. Read Israel National News’s full report from the link at the top of the page.

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