Trump Hints at More Strikes on Iran, Predicts War's End and Lower Oil Prices

President Donald Trump suggested that the conflict with Iran will conclude soon, predicting a significant drop in oil and gas prices following its end. Speaking at a campaign rally in Iowa ahead of the November 3 midterm elections, Trump stated, "We will be ending Iran very soon, one way or another. To me, it hardly matters which way it happens. It will end very soon, and your gas and oil prices will plummet."

Earlier, Trump had hinted at the possibility of additional U.S. military strikes against Iran, reiterating his commitment to preventing the Tehran regime from acquiring nuclear weapons. "I am doing what other presidents should have done. There is a price for this, and I knew it the moment I did it," Trump told reporters outside the White House before heading to the Iowa rally. He acknowledged that his decision to initiate the conflict had drawn mixed reactions but emphasized that preventing Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons is a vital objective, stating, "We cannot allow Iran to get nuclear weapons. In a way, people probably don't like it that much. But many people, many great patriots, actually like it very much."

Trump further indicated that the United States might escalate its military actions against Iran, remarking, "Other presidents should have done this a long time ago, this war with Iran. They hit them hard, and maybe we will do a little more of it." These remarks followed a statement he made the previous day at a rally in South Carolina, where he expressed confidence that the war with Iran was nearing its conclusion. However, he clarified that Washington wants to ensure the campaign's gains are sustained before ending military operations, adding, "It will be over very soon. We can leave right now, but we want to make sure it lasts. When you look at what we have done, it is amazing. Our military is unbelievable."

The president's comments come amid a New York Times report alleging that American and Israeli military officials have developed detailed plans to resume strikes against Iran. The report suggests a new military campaign could commence after the November 3 midterm elections, although Trump has not yet authorized further operations. A White House official declined to confirm whether additional strikes were being considered, stating that the administration does not comment on military plans that "may or may not exist." The official added that Trump continues to keep all options on the table as part of Washington's efforts to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons.