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When Will Iran War End? Trump Says Conflict to Continue Through Midterms

When Will Iran War End? Trump Says Conflict to Continue Through Midterms

Summary

President Donald Trump said he believes the conflict with Iran will end right after the U.S. midterm elections in November. He said Iran is waiting for the election results before changing its actions, and he warned that high oil prices caused by the conflict will continue until then.

Key Facts

  • President Trump spoke before going to the Republican National Convention in Dallas.
  • He predicted the war with Iran will end immediately after the U.S. midterm elections.
  • Trump said Iran wants to influence the election to get weaker U.S. leadership.
  • He claimed Iran’s main goal is to get a nuclear weapon.
  • Oil prices rose above $100 a barrel due to increased conflict between the U.S. and Iran.
  • Trump mentioned he originally wanted to make a deal with Iran but now sees no real chance for negotiation.
  • The conflict has lasted seven months, longer than Trump’s initial expectation of a few weeks.
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