Trump says US war in Iran effectively over, downplays escalation
The Guardian reported that President Donald Trump told reporters the war in Iran is “effectively over”.
The Guardian reported that President Donald Trump told reporters the war in Iran is “effectively over”. He made the comment after talks with the Qatari prime minister and said an end to the conflict could come “fairly soon”. Trump added that Israel and Gulf allies in the region are “well protected from Iran” and that a military escalation is not needed. The remarks were delivered at a White House press conference where the president played down concerns that the United States would intensify its campaign against Tehran following the midterm elections.
Why it matters
The comments suggest a possible de‑escalation of US involvement in the Iran conflict.
Key details
- Location
- Iran · Middle East
- Reported by
- The Guardian
- First reported
- Key names
- Donald Trump, Qatari PM, Tehran, White House
- Section
- World
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