Trump weighs quick end to Iran war against letting conflict ‘wither’

WASHINGTON, Oct 23 (Reuters) - President Donald ​Trump said on Friday ‌the United States could end the war with Iran ​quickly, but questioned ​whether Washington should seek a ⁠swift conclusion or allow ​the conflict to gradually ​wind down. US President Donald Trump gives a thumbs up before boarding Air Force One en route to Fort Myers, at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, US, October 23, 2026. REUTERS/Umit Bektas Purchase Licensing Rights , opens new tab "We could end it very quickly," Trump said.

"Do we want ​to finish it off ​or just want to let it ‌wither?" Sign up here. Speaking ⁠to reporters on the White House South Lawn as he left on ​a ​trip ⁠to Florida, Trump said oil is ​getting out through the ​Strait ⁠of Hormuz. "We are getting everything we want,' he ⁠said. Reporting ​By Steve Holland ​and Jarrett Renshaw; editing by ​Susan Heavey and Caitlin Webber Our Standards: The Thomson Reuters Trust Principles. , opens new tab Suggested Topics: World X Facebook Linkedin Email Link Purchase Licensing Rights