Trump Says Iran War Goals Near Completion
Trump Says Iran War Goals Near Completion
US President Donald Trump said in a White House address that Washington believes its main military goals in the Iran conflict are close to being achieved, while warning that US forces could continue major operations over the next two to three weeks if needed. In the speech, he claimed Iran’s naval and air capabilities had been severely damaged and said Tehran’s ability to launch missiles and drones had been sharply reduced.
Trump Iran Address Highlights
In his televised remarks, Trump said the US campaign against Iran had made rapid progress and argued that the operation was focused on dismantling Iran’s ability to threaten the United States and its regional partners. He said Washington was close to completing its core objectives and repeated that the US would not allow Iran to obtain a nuclear weapon. He also indicated that diplomacy remained possible even as military pressure continued.
Iran Military Damage Claims
Trump said Iran’s navy was effectively destroyed and its air force was in ruins, while also claiming senior Iranian leaders had been killed and military command structures had been weakened. However, several of the broader claims made in the address remain difficult to independently verify in full, especially regarding the total scale of damage and the long-term impact on Iran’s military capabilities.
Strait Of Hormuz And Oil Market Impact
Trump also linked the conflict to global energy market risks and called on other countries to take greater responsibility for securing the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most important oil shipping routes. The speech came amid renewed concern over supply disruptions, rising oil prices and market volatility, with investors watching closely for signs of further escalation or a shift toward negotiations.
