
Trump Announces Iran Withdrawal in 2-3 Weeks, Blames Allies for Strait Closure
Key Takeaways
- US withdrawal from Iran within two to three weeks.
- Blamed allies for insufficient support; exit Iran regardless of any deal.
- Scheduled a prime-time national address for an important update on Iran.
Withdrawal Timeline
Trump announced the US would wrap up its Iran campaign within two to three weeks.
He dismissed the Strait of Hormuz closure as a problem for other countries.

Trump emphasized Iran does not have to make a deal to end the conflict.
Tech Firms Targeted
The IRGC threatened to strike American tech and defense companies operating in the Middle East.
Companies included Oracle, Microsoft, Apple, Google, Meta, Palantir, Nvidia and Tesla.

The White House said the U.S. would be ready to respond.
Gulf Allies Pressure Trump
Gulf allies are urging Trump to continue the war.
“Trump lashes out at allies, says securing the Strait of Hormuz is ‘not for us’ Trump lashes out at allies, says securing the Strait of Hormuz is ‘not for us’ DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — President Donald Trump lashed out Tuesday at allies who have been unwilling to do more to support the U”
The UAE has taken an especially hard line, pressing for a ground invasion.
Strategic Questions Loom
Trump signaled the U.S. might abandon its broader Middle East posture.
Congress pressed for legal justification and oversight.

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