U.S. President Donald Trump has issued a firm declaration stating that Iran will never be permitted to acquire nuclear weapons, calling the condition "non-negotiable". The announcement came following high-level discussions with Qatar's Prime Minister, Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani. During the talks, Trump revealed that key Gulf allies have backed an unprecedented joint land and sea blockade against Iran under "Operation Iron Gate". Taking to his social media platform, Truth Social, President Trump noted that Gulf nations maintain a unified position against Tehran obtaining nuclear capabilities."I had an excellent conversation with Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani, the Prime Minister of Qatar, wherein much was discussed with respect to the Islamic Republic of Iran," Trump posted. "Most importantly, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Bahrain, Kuwait, and others are in favor of continuing history's greatest Naval Blockade, and the new 'Operation Iron Gate,' a land and sea blockade. All have agreed that Iran cannot have a Nuclear Weapon — That is non-negotiable!" While emphasizing that U.S. forces remain "locked and loaded" and fully prepared should regional dynamics worsen, Trump expressed confidence in ongoing efforts toward de-escalation, pointing out encouraging progress toward ending hostilities. "Should there be any change with respect to developments in the Middle East, the United States of America is 'locked and loaded' and ready to go," Trump stated. "At this point, however, that seems to be quite unlikely. Israel, and the entire Middle East, are protected from Iranian danger and threats. We are seeing positive momentum toward an end to this Conflict, and will ensure that America's interests are at all times protected. At the conclusion of this Military Engagement, the American People, and the World, will be far safer and more secure." Addressing reporters shortly after his post, President Trump stated that recent precision military strikes severely damaged Iran's industrial and manufacturing infrastructure, estimating that roughly 85 percent of its production capabilities had been affected. He suggested that these operational setbacks have prompted a noticeable shift in Tehran's diplomatic approach during ongoing discussions.