Iran attacks US forces in Jordan as Strait of Hormuz tensions escalate
Donald Trump claimed that U.S. military actions against Iran have significantly weakened the country's naval capabilities. He suggested that a resolution to the conflict is likely following the upcoming election, while dismissing the immediate need for a formal nuclear deal.
Why it matters
These statements signal a shift in U.S. foreign policy rhetoric regarding Iran and the potential for future military or diplomatic escalation.
President Donald Trump said Wednesday the Iran war could end as soon as the election is over while stating Tehran is running out of options as U.S. attacks continue.
“We've knocked out nine of their ships. I would say that the attacks are caused by us.
“You're going to see you're going to see a lot more. We've taken out about nine of their tankers," he said.
“I think the war is going to end immediately after the election,” Trump told reporters before saying Iran “can't hold out any longer.”
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