Trump Signals Iran War May End in Three Weeks, Pushes Allies on Hormuz
Key Takeaways
- Trump says the U.S. could end the Iran war in two to three weeks.
- Trump urges allies to secure the Strait of Hormuz amid reluctance from Europe.
- Oil prices rise as Hormuz disruption and Iran conflict persist.
Trump Sets Exit Timeline
Trump announced the US could stop attacking Iran within two to three weeks.
He said Iran doesn't have to make a deal to end the war.
Iranian Foreign Minister Araghchi said no negotiations are going on despite indirect exchanges.
Trump Blames NATO Allies
Trump attacked European allies for not doing more.
He signaled they will have to reopen the Strait of Hormuz on their own.
The US would be leaving other countries to clean up the economic quagmire.
Allies Refuse Military Support
France refused overflight for planes carrying US supplies to Israel.
Italy denied landing rights at Sigonella.
Spain closed its airspace to US planes involved in strikes.
Economic Shock Persists
The war has pushed oil prices to soaring levels.
Gasoline in the US crossed $4 per gallon for the first time in more than three years.
The economic fallout continues to reverberate globally.
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