Trump Promised 12 Times to End the War in Iran: What Actually Happened

Donald Trump's Statements on the War Against Iran

According to Главком: In March 2023, U.S. President Donald Trump repeatedly commented on ending the war against Iran, which had lasted for over five weeks. According to an Axios analysis, Trump made at least 12 statements in which he proclaimed victory and threatened further actions. Despite these statements, the war continued, and the U.S. deployed tens of thousands of troops in the region.

The last statement from Trump regarding a possible end to the conflict was made on March 30. He noted:

“The war could end very soon”

highlighting that

“the war will end whenever I want”

. Among other things he said were:

“We have won this war. This war is won”

, and also

“Iran is practically on the brink, and it’s just a matter of time”

.

Through his comments, Trump tried to emphasize the successes of the U.S. in the war, stating:

“We have already won in many aspects... We are moving forward to achieve final victory”

. White House Press Secretary Caroline Levitt also commented on this matter, issuing a statement on March 25.

Trump repeatedly stressed the importance of further actions, noting that

“very good and productive talks”

were ongoing, but in the absence of an agreement

“we will just continue to bomb”

. He also emphasized:

“If the Strait of Hormuz is not opened immediately, we will end our presence in Iran”

.

The Impact of Trump's Statements on International Politics

Thus, in March, Trump actively commented on the situation with the war against Iran, trying to convey confidence in victory and the possibility of a quick end to the conflict, although the actual actions of the U.S. in the region indicated a continuation of military operations.

These statements by Trump reflect not only his political rhetoric but also the complexity of the situation in the region, where military actions continue despite official proclamations of victory. It is important to note that such comments can influence international politics and relations between the U.S. and Iran, as well as overall security in the Middle East region.

Interestingly, Trump not only emphasized the end of the war but also raised questions about possible solutions without involving his advisers. In this context, his call to NATO and other initiatives could significantly impact the further development of the conflict. Read more about this position of Trump in our article on his decisions and calls.