Trump says decision to strike Qatar was made by Netanyahu and not by US president

U.S. President Donald Trump looks on as he speaks to the press at Joint Base Andrews after attending the U.S. Open men's tennis final, in Maryland, U.S., September 7, 2025.

What you need to know:

  • Trump said he directed U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff to warn Qatar the attack was coming but that it was too late to stop the strike.