# Trump Weighs New Iran Strikes Amid Diplomatic Push with Qatar *President Trump signals imminent decision on military action while engaging Qatari mediators as regional tensions escalate in the Persian Gulf.* - Medio: Civic Coast News (https://civiccoastnews.com) - URL: https://civiccoastnews.com/noticia/trump-weighs-new-iran-strikes-amid-diplomatic-push-with-qatar - Sección: World - Autor: Civic Coast News Staff - Publicado: 2026-11-06T14:49:26.385Z > Trump signals imminent decision on military action while engaging Qatari mediators as regional tensions escalate with tanker attacks and drone interceptions. ## Las claves - President Trump says he will decide 'very soon' whether to order new strikes or pursue a deal with Iran - The Emir of Qatar was called by President Trump to discuss de-escalation efforts in the Persian Gulf - U.S. gas prices are expected to fall below $4 per gallon amid market shifts regarding the conflict President Trump stated Thursday that the world "will know very soon" his decision on whether to order new strikes against Iran or make a deal to end the ongoing conflict. The President indicated he intends to either destroy what remains of the country's capabilities or pursue diplomatic resolution, while simultaneously engaging with international mediators. This announcement comes as tensions remain high in the Persian Gulf, where maritime incidents and drone interceptions continue to disrupt regional stability. ### Diplomatic Engagement with Qatar The White House confirmed that President Trump held a phone call with Qatari Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani on Friday. The discussion focused on efforts to end the U.S.-Iran war and de-escalate tensions in the region, according to a statement from the Emir's office. The exchange occurred as Iran’s top diplomat conducted calls with counterparts across the Persian Gulf aimed at maintaining regional stability. The Qatari leader emphasized the importance of continuing dialogue and relying on diplomatic means to settle disputes during the conversation. This diplomatic push coincides with reports that President Trump has accused Iran of lying about maritime incidents in an effort to drive up energy prices, adding complexity to the negotiations between Washington and Tehran, as this newspaper reported in [Qatar Mediates U.S.](/noticia/qatar-mediates-us-iran-deal-amidst-shadow-of-renewed-military-threats). ### Regional Security Incidents Tensions have manifested physically in recent days through attacks on shipping infrastructure. A Greek shipping firm reported that a crew member was killed following a suspected missile strike on the oil tanker MT Velos Sapphire in the Persian Gulf on Thursday. The vessel, flagged by Marshall Islands and managed by Velos Tankers, was hit while sailing toward Bahrain, as noted by [Orlando Ledger](https://orlandoledgernews.com/noticia/trump-says-iran-war-will-end-soon-as-qatar-pushes-for-diplomatic-deal).