President Donald Trump suggested Monday that the U.S. conflict with Iran may be winding down, citing ongoing negotiations and significant damage to Tehran’s military capabilities—but warned American forces stand ready to resume operations if diplomacy fails.
During an unplanned White House briefing, Trump claimed Iran’s missile and drone production capacity has been reduced by roughly 85% following sustained U.S. pressure. “They’re talking to us, and they’re talking very politely,” he said. “There’s a good chance that could get ended.”
‘Locked and Loaded’ Warning
The president stopped short of declaring the conflict resolved, noting remaining Iranian threats to regional allies and Washington’s determination to prevent nuclear program reconstitution. “It’s ending quickly, but we want to take care of people that have been very good to us,” Trump said, alluding to Middle Eastern partners.
He issued a blunt warning should talks stall: “If we do have to go back in, we are locked and loaded and ready to go.”
Hegseth Impeachment Fight
Trump also vigorously defended Secretary of War Pete Hegseth against impeachment articles filed by Rep. Thomas Massie (R-KY), who lost his primary to a Trump-endorsed challenger. The resolution cites Hegseth’s handling of Iran operations, Yemen/Caribbean engagements, Venezuela’s Maduro capture, and Pentagon scrutiny of Sen. Mark Kelly (D-AZ).
“Pete Hegseth won two wars. Oh, let’s impeach him,” Trump mocked, calling Massie a “stone cold loser.” He credited Hegseth with reversing military recruitment declines, claiming record enlistment interest. Hegseth dismissed the impeachment as politically motivated, expressing confidence in its defeat.
Source: www.dailywire.com — https://www.dailywire.com/news/trump-says-iran-war-is-ending-quickly-with-a-warning-for-tehran