"Almost Over": Trump Signals the Imminent End of the Iranian Campaign
President Donald Trump has declared that the Iranian military is effectively non-existent, claiming that the final decision on when to end the war rests entirely with him.
President Donald Trump has provided a candid and forceful update on the status of the war with Iran, stating that the regime has been "destroyed" in a military sense. In a recent interview with CBS News, the President asserted that the campaign is moving "much ahead of schedule" and that he is the sole authority on when hostilities will conclude. Trump dismissed concerns regarding the large stockpiles of enriched uranium held by the regime, arguing that the material is buried so deep that it is practically inaccessible to anyone. While he expressed frustration that allies like the United Kingdom have not yet joined the combat, he confirmed that American forces will not be withdrawn until the work is finished, though he expects other nations to eventually step in and handle their own security needs in the region.
The Finality of the War
The President’s assessment of the Iranian military was one of total collapse. "I think the war is almost completed, more or less, they have nothing left in the military sense," Trump stated, noting the disappearance of the Iranian navy, air force, and the destruction of their drone and missile arrays. He issued a particularly harsh warning regarding the Strait of Hormuz, telling the regime that any "sophisticated" attempts to block shipping would lead to the permanent end of the country. "You won't hear its name anymore," he warned. Regarding the nuclear issue, Trump stood by the results of the June strikes, claiming that people are finally admitting it was a successful "destruction" even if the uranium remains buried deep underground.
Despite the military success, Trump made it clear that the diplomatic and economic pressure must continue. He emphasized that he is not ready to return American troops just yet, as the final victory requires other countries to "enter and do their work themselves." The President reiterated his 10 day ultimatum for a strategic shift in the region, noting that his decisions are not dictated by advisors but are "only in my head." As the war enters its final stages, the White House is focused on leveraging this total military superiority to force a deal that permanently ends Iran’s nuclear ambitions and its role as a state sponsor of terrorism.