We Are Reaching the End of the War With Iran: Donald Trump

US President Donald Trump has expressed optimism that the ongoing conflict with Iran is nearing its conclusion, suggesting that Tehran is eager to reach a settlement despite the war stretching into its seventh month without any immediate signs of de-escalation on the ground.

Speaking to reporters on Wednesday, Trump stated that he hopes they are reaching the final stages of the war and claimed to have received direct communication from Iranian counterparts hinting at diplomatic engagement. Meanwhile, Axios reported that Trump is scheduled to meet with leaders of Gulf nations in New York next Tuesday on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly, where post-war plans regarding Iran are expected to be discussed.

The military confrontation erupted on February 28 following joint strikes on Iran, prompting retaliatory actions across the region. With the protracted conflict driving up global energy prices and posing significant political challenges ahead of upcoming mid-term elections, mounting domestic and international pressures are fueling the push for a resolution.