‘We have all the cards’: Trump says US war on Iran ‘nearing completion’

The Guardian - World News ConflictNews ReportEN 4 min read 100% complete by Lauren GambinoApril 2, 2026 at 04:29 AM

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In a primetime address, President Trump declared the month-long US war on Iran a success "nearing completion," despite ongoing conflict and global economic disruption. He claimed the US had achieved its military objectives and would end Iran's threat within weeks, citing the decimation of Iran's navy and air force. Trump acknowledged rising gas prices due to the conflict but blamed Iran and reiterated calls for countries to help secure the Strait of Hormuz, which Iran has effectively closed. Despite his claims, the war continues with thousands of deaths and ongoing attacks between Iran, Israel, and other Middle Eastern countries. Discussions are reportedly ongoing, but the US plans to continue hitting Iran "extremely hard" for several weeks.

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Oil prices rose over the remarks.

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Trump declared the month-long war in Iran a success “nearing completion”.

quote — Donald Trump100% confidence

The war is grinding on, with thousands of deaths in Iran and in countries across the Middle East since the war began on 28 February.

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Iran has effectively closed the strait of Hormuz.

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At least 1,900 people have been killed and 20,000 injured in Iran since the war began.

statistic — International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent societies70% confidence

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International Federation of Red Cross 30% Hezbollah 35% Israel ×240% Tehran ×250% Middle East ×260% White House ×260% Strait of Hormuz ×275% United States ×585% Donald Trump ×490% Iran ×1195%

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us war on iran 100% oil prices 80% strait of hormuz 70% economic turmoil 70% gas prices 60% military objectives 60% middle east 50% transatlantic alliances 40%