Summary
- It was reported that President Trump said the military clash with Iran is running about two weeks ahead of plan and that a victory declaration is imminent.
- It was reported that while Trump claimed Iran is effectively devastated, he also said it would not be easy to completely eliminate Iran’s uranium.
- It was reported that Trump and U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth mentioned pressure to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and the possibility of continuing operations, saying they are prepared to keep up a military response.
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President Trump said the military clash with Iran is unfolding faster than planned and that a declaration of victory is imminent.
On the 31st, the overseas economic breaking-news channel Walter Bloomberg reported via X (formerly Twitter) that Trump said, “The war is running about two weeks ahead of schedule,” adding, “There isn’t much left before we declare victory.”
Trump claimed that “Iran is effectively devastated,” while noting that “fully eliminating Iran’s uranium won’t be easy for anyone.”
On the Strait of Hormuz, he reaffirmed his stance, saying, “I’m not ready to give up pressure to reopen the strait.” He went on to voice dissatisfaction, pointing out that “allies are not participating sufficiently militarily.”
Meanwhile, U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said, “We want an agreement, but if not, we are prepared to continue operations,” indicating the possibility of sustained military action. He also added, “We are aware of indications that hostile forces are providing Iran with inappropriate information.”
Minseung Kang
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