Trump says war in Iran is going ‘swimmingly’ and ‘should be ending pretty soon’ President Donald Trump stated on Tuesday that the military conflict between the United States and Iran is progressing “swimmingly” and should conclude “pretty soon,” according to remarks made during a CNBC interview. He reiterated his confidence in a rapid resolution, telling Axios in a separate interview that a deal with Iran could be reached “in a day or two.” These comments come amid ongoing U.S. Military operations in the region and heightened diplomatic engagement aimed at de-escalating tensions. Trump’s remarks were made as Iran announced the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz following a ceasefire agreement related to Lebanon, though the Trump administration maintained that a U.S.-led maritime blockade remains in effect. The Fresh York Times reported that Iranian officials declared the vital waterway “open” after negotiations with Lebanese authorities, but U.S. Officials emphasized that restrictions on Iranian vessels continue under existing sanctions enforcement frameworks. Despite the conflicting signals, Trump expressed optimism about a broader settlement, telling Bloomberg that he sees “good prospects” for a permanent ceasefire agreement between the U.S. And Iran. He framed the potential deal as part of a wider effort to end what he described as an unnecessary conflict, aligning with similar statements made to Politico where he said he wants an end to the war in Iran and is willing to accept “more compromises” to achieve it. The White House has not issued an official statement clarifying the nature of the U.S. Military’s current rules of engagement in the region, nor has it detailed the specific terms under discussion for any prospective agreement. Diplomatic channels remain active, with backchannel talks reportedly ongoing through intermediaries, though no formal negotiations have been publicly confirmed. As of the latest updates, no ceasefire or formal agreement has been announced, and the status of U.S. Forces in the Persian Gulf remains unchanged. The administration continues to assert that all actions are defensive in nature and aimed at preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons or supporting regional proxies. Iran, for its part, has consistently denied seeking nuclear weapons and maintains that its military activities are lawful, and defensive. The situation remains fluid, with conflicting public statements from U.S. Leadership and ongoing military presence in the region creating uncertainty about the immediacy and terms of any potential de-escalation. No further talks have been publicly scheduled, and neither government has confirmed a timeline for resolution.
