Trump Says Iran War 'Effectively Over' Militarily

President Donald Trump told reporters on Monday that Iran is "militarily, effectively over" following a meeting with Qatar's Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani. Trump stated they are working to maintain the status quo through a naval blockade and emphasized that while military action does not seem necessary at this point, the U.S. remains prepared for any scenario involving Iran.

Qatar reports progress in US-Iran talks following Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani's meeting with President Donald Trump at the White House. A Qatari foreign ministry spokesman stated that while both sides are making positive statements about finding a diplomatic solution, it is unclear how close an agreement may be. Qatar sees itself as a key mediator and continues to work towards resolving…

Donald Trump announced that military action against Iran is “effectively over” following the Republican Party’s poor performance in the midterm elections. During a press conference at the White House, Trump stated that although the U.S. military remains prepared for conflict, there will be no immediate escalation of attacks due to requests from neighboring countries like Qatar and Saudi Arabia. He also emphasized…

President Donald Trump met privately with Qatar Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman al Thani on Monday afternoon to discuss ending the conflict with Iran, but they did not reach an agreement. The meeting comes as the Trump administration faces increased domestic pressure to end the war following Democratic victories in the midterm elections, which were partly fueled by public dissatisfaction over ongoing…

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has proposed a two-day diplomatic initiative demanding an end to the ongoing conflict, leveraging recent U.S. midterm election results where Democrats won control of both houses of Congress and several governorships. He cited American voters’ rejection of Republican leadership regarding the Iran War as leverage for his demands. The proposal threatens military escalation if…

During a White House press conference, President Donald Trump stated that war with Iran is ending "fairly soon" and played down concerns about further military escalation against Tehran following the midterm elections. He also emphasized that Israel and other Gulf allies are sufficiently protected from Iranian threats, suggesting no need for increased military action.

US President Donald Trump told CNN that renewed military action against Iran is "highly unlikely," though he emphasized it depends on whether Iran agrees to a "very strong" deal. The statement came before a meeting with Qatar’s prime minister at the White House, following recent threats and media speculation about potential resumption of hostilities post-elections. Trump also noted that the economic pressure on Iran…

President Donald Trump met with Qatar’s prime minister at the White House to discuss ongoing diplomatic efforts to end the conflict with Iran. Secretary of State Marco Rubio noted limited progress in negotiations and criticized Tehran for unrealistic demands. Meanwhile, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian stated that Iran is ready to negotiate but refuses to succumb to pressure. The Strait of Hormuz, a crucial…

President Donald Trump declared during an impromptu press conference at the White House on Monday that the Iran war could be nearing its end, with Iran’s missile and drone manufacturing capabilities reduced by around 85%. However, he warned that American forces remain prepared to intervene if negotiations fail. Trump also defended Secretary of War Pete Hegseth against impeachment articles introduced by…

US President Donald Trump declared during a surprise news conference that the Iran conflict was "militarily effectively over," suggesting major combat operations are unlikely to resume. Joined by UFC boss Dana White, Trump defended his defense secretary and downplayed Iran’s military capabilities, citing high inflation and economic issues. The president emphasized continued surveillance of strategic sites like…

President Trump declared Monday that the military phase of the conflict with Iran is effectively over, while maintaining economic pressure through measures like a naval blockade and Operation Iron Gate, which aims to cut off land trade routes. He cited advice from Gulf allies during discussions about these actions and emphasized Iran’s inability to develop nuclear weapons as non-negotiable. Trump also stated that US…

Donald Trump declared that the military aspect of the conflict with Iran is “effectively over,” stating further US strikes are highly unlikely but refusing to officially end the war due to potential threats from Iran against its Gulf allies. Speaking at a White House briefing, he emphasized the role of regional diplomacy and mentioned hosting the Qatari prime minister for discussions on peace negotiations. The…

President Donald Trump stated that the military conflict with Iran is "effectively over" and there is a "good chance" of ending it completely. During an impromptu visit to the White House briefing room after meeting Qatar’s prime minister, Trump asserted that while military action might not be necessary now, the U.S. remains prepared. He emphasized his desire for diplomatic solutions but did not specify any plans…

U.S. President Donald Trump announced plans to hold off on new military strikes against Iran for now, responding to regional appeals from countries like Qatar. During an interview with Reuters and at a White House briefing, Trump stated that he would maintain a naval blockade in the Strait of Hormuz while emphasizing his reluctance to use military force. This decision came after meeting with Qatari Prime Minister…