Trump Claims War with Iran is Nearing End, Warns of Two to Three More Weeks of Intense Strikes
On April 1, 2026, U.S. President Donald Trump delivered his first national address since the onset of the war with Iran, which began on February 28. In his speech, Trump sought to reassure war-weary Americans, asserting that the military campaign is justified and that U.S. and Israeli efforts are already yielding results.
On April 1, 2026, President Donald Trump addressed the nation for the first time since the outbreak of war with Iran, which commenced on February 28. In his speech, Trump aimed to calm Americans fatigued by the ongoing conflict, assuring them that the military campaign is justified and that the combined efforts of the United States and Israel are beginning to show results.
“Thanks to the progress we have made, I can say tonight that we are on the right track to achieving all of America's military objectives very soon,” Trump stated from the White House. He emphasized that “the primary strategic goals of the war are nearing completion,” but cautioned that “we will be delivering extremely strong strikes over the next two to three weeks.”
In his address, Trump also reassured regional allies—including Israel, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, the UAE, Kuwait, and Bahrain—who have faced attacks from Iranian drones and missiles, stating that the United States “will not allow them to be harmed or to fail in any way.” This indicates that the U.S. will continue to support its allies in the region despite the escalating tensions.
Trump further noted the possibility of negotiations with Iran's new leadership, which he described as “less radical and much more reasonable” than its predecessor. This suggests that the U.S. president is seeking to reach some form of agreement that could potentially end the conflict. However, he warned that if an agreement is not reached, Washington has “eyes on key targets, including the country’s power plants.”
Despite Trump's reassurances, energy markets reacted negatively. Oil prices surged on Thursday as Trump called on other nations to help open the Strait of Hormuz, through which one-fifth of the world's oil passes. The closure of this narrow waterway has already led to a sharp increase in energy prices and market destabilization.
Meanwhile, Iranian state media reported that Chechen units supporting Ramzan Kadyrov are prepared to deploy to Iran if the U.S. initiates a ground operation. This highlights the growing international tensions surrounding the conflict and the potential for escalation of military actions in the region.
As the situation remains tense, many experts express concern about the possible repercussions for the global economy if the conflict continues. The war in Iran could have serious implications not only for the countries directly involved in the conflict but also for global stability.