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Trump said he could end war with Iran in two to three weeks if confident Iran cannot develop nuclear weapons.
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President Trump said Tuesday he could end a war within two to three weeks if he becomes confident Iran cannot develop nuclear weapons, regardless of whether Tehran agrees to a ceasefire. The president is scheduled to deliver a televised address Wednesday evening to address the nation on the conflict. Trump's statement signals a potential shift in U.S. strategy, conditioning an exit on Iran's nuclear capability rather than requiring a formal peace agreement. His latest social media post, however, indicated a tougher stance than his Tuesday comments, suggesting possible inconsistency in messaging. The conflicting signals come as the Trump administration navigates Middle East tensions and nuclear proliferation concerns.
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President Trump is scheduled to deliver a televised address to the nation on the conflict, signaling potential shift in U.S. strategy.
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