Trump Says US Could End Iran War in Two or Three Weeks Without Needing Deal
WASHINGTON (Afghan Verified) -- US President Donald Trump stated on Tuesday that the United States could end its military operations against Iran within two to three weeks, regardless of whether Tehran agrees to a deal.
Trump made the remarks during a White House press conference amid the ongoing US-Iran conflict, now in its fifth week. The war, which began in late February according to Khaama Press, has caused casualties, regional escalations and disruptions to energy supplies, including the Strait of Hormuz.
Trump is scheduled to address the nation soon on the situation, the sources said.
Amu TV reported that Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said Trump is willing to reach an agreement with Iran, while noting thousands have been killed. Khaama Press referred more generally to civilian casualties.
Amu TV cited the Wall Street Journal as reporting that the United Arab Emirates is preparing to assist the US in forcibly reopening the Strait of Hormuz and seeking a UN Security Council resolution. Khaama Press said the US may not insist on fully reopening the strait before winding down operations.
Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said he received messages from US envoy Steve Witkoff but denied ongoing negotiations, according to Amu TV. Khaama Press reported that China and Pakistan called for an immediate ceasefire and negotiated solution.
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Where reports agree
- Trump stated US could end Iran war in 2-3 weeks without needing agreement
- Trump spoke at White House on Tuesday
- Trump to address nation soon on Iran
- Ongoing US-Iran war causing regional instability, casualties, and Hormuz disruptions
Where reports differ
- Specific prior US demands (no nukes, stop enrichment, reopen Hormuz) and threats to intensify only in Amu TV
- Pete Hegseth statement, WSJ/UAE report, Iran FM response only in Amu TV
- China/Pakistan calls, possible non-insistence on Hormuz reopening, war start late February only in Khaama Press
- Casualty scale: 'thousands killed' via Hegseth in Amu TV vs general 'civilian casualties' in Khaama Press
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