President Trump has asserted that the conflict with Iran is nearing its conclusion, claiming the country’s military capabilities have been significantly diminished. The statements arrive amidst ongoing tensions in the Middle East and raise questions about the future of regional stability.
Speaking at his golf club near Miami, Trump stated that “the big risk” of Iranian retaliation has subsided. He detailed what he described as a substantial weakening of Iran’s armed forces, asserting, “Their air force is gone, the navy is gone, their missiles are almost all deactivated, and only 25 percent of their drone capacity remains.”
In a recent interview with CBS News, Trump suggested the war with Iran was “as great as finished” due to Iran’s weakened military position. However, the Iranian Revolutionary Guard responded by stating that they, not Trump, would determine when the war concludes. These conflicting statements highlight the deep divide between Washington and Tehran.
Trump had previously indicated the war could last approximately one month. He now claims the U.S. Has already achieved significant victories, aiming to eliminate Iran’s ballistic missile stockpile and production capabilities. According to Trump, Iran possesses very few remaining projectiles. “And if they had a nuclear weapon, they would have used it against Israel,” he said.
The President also addressed questions regarding an attack on a girls’ school that resulted in over 160 civilian casualties, primarily young children. The school was reportedly struck by an American Tomahawk missile, according to an investigation by Bellingcat, and NOS research also indicated a coordinated attack on a military target in Minab that impacted the school.
Trump stated the U.S. Is progressing toward its ultimate goal: permanently ending what he described as a “long-lasting danger.” The development underscores growing regional tensions and the potential for further escalation despite claims of imminent resolution. Live updates on the situation are available from Dutch news outlet AD.
