Trump Considers Declaring Iran War Over Amid Economic Pressure

U.S. President Donald Trump has discussed the possibility of declaring an end to the "war" with Iran in closed-door meetings with senior advisors, according to a report by The Wall Street Journal. American officials indicated that Trump favors this approach as a means to shift from military action to sustained, heavy economic pressure on Tehran.

This potential declaration contrasts with the Pentagon's preparations for a prolonged conflict. Approximately 50,000 U.S. troops are remaining in the region, and the U.S. Central Command has extended some military deployments until 2027, suggesting a continued military presence and potential for ongoing engagement.

Separately, the Israeli military (IDF) responded to an incident near Ramallah where two Palestinians were killed by gunfire. The IDF stated that its forces secured the entry of Israeli police and a civilian into the village of al-Mughayyir to retrieve livestock belonging to Israeli citizens. During the operation, a violent riot erupted, with militants throwing blocks and stones at the forces. The IDF responded with live fire towards individuals identified as instigators to neutralize the threat, and hits were confirmed. The events preceding the incident and the handling of the situation are under review.