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Iran Expresses Readiness for Long War, Defies Trump-End Timetable

28 March, 2026.Iran.3 sources

Key Takeaways

Iran says it will decide when the war ends and pursue a long campaign.
Coverage argues the Iran war is unlikely to end quickly or decisively.
Trump faces domestic pressure to end the war; allies fear Iran's next moves.

Iran Rejects Trump-Endmeet

A senior Iranian security official told CNN that Iran is the one to decide when the war ends.

“CNN cited a senior Iranian security official as saying that Iran is the one to decide when the war ends, stressing that Tehran is ready to continue offensive operations for a long time, in a clear challenge to American estimates about the end of the conflict”

Al-Jazeera Net

He rejected US Secretary of State Rubio's statements, describing them as unrealistic.

Al-Jazeera Net

This is our war, and we will not stop defending until we give Trump and Netanyahu a historic lesson.

Iran Missile Arsenal Ready for Long-Term

Iran's arsenal of missiles and drones is ready to support long-term operations.

Tehran is working to bolster its air defenses.

CNN

These statements come as Washington insists military strikes have significantly weakened Iran's capabilities.

Analysts Say Trump Retreats

Trump has stumbled into the trap of a swiftly executed military operation.

“Democracy Dies in Darkness By Michael Birnbaum and Isaac Arnsdorf As President Donald Trump edges toward a self-imposed deadline for Iran to strike a deal to halt the war, he is being squeezed between domestic pressure to stop the conflict and concerns from allies that Tehran’s radicalized ambitions make it a more dangerous regional actor than ever”