Trump Claims Iran War Will Be Over, Hormuz Left Open on Its Own
US President Donald Trump revealed that he predicts the war with Iran will end in the next two to three weeks. Trump stated that the United States has achieved most of its military objectives and will leave the resolution of the Strait of Hormuz to other countries.
"I think in two weeks, maybe two weeks, maybe three," Trump told reporters at the White House on Tuesday, March 31, 2026. Trump emphasized that Iran does not need to reach a deal with the US to end the war, as long as Iran does not acquire nuclear weapons, which has been a primary American goal.
Trump added that regime change in Iran, while not his primary goal, has already occurred with the overthrow of the existing government. "They will not have nuclear weapons, and that has been achieved," Trump asserted.
Frustration with US Allies
Trump again expressed his frustration with American allies, whom he believes are not doing enough to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, which has been largely closed since the beginning of the conflict. In a shocking statement, Trump suggested that countries dependent on this vital waterway, such as China, should start taking responsibility for their own needs. “There’s no reason for us to do it,” Trump said of the US role in reopening Hormuz.
Relinquishing Control of Hormuz
While Trump suggested that the US would withdraw from the conflict soon, he also mentioned the possibility of further attacks on Iran, including the destruction of strategic bridges in the country, in an effort to push Iran to the negotiating table.
The Global Energy Crisis and Its Impact
With the closure of Hormuz having a significant impact on global energy supplies, Brent oil prices surged by approximately 60% in March 2026. Meanwhile, US gasoline prices surpassed $4 per gallon for the first time since 2022. Trump is attempting to shift the burden of restoring the Strait of Hormuz to countries more dependent on energy supplies from the region, particularly Asia.
Political Issues and Long-Term Strategy
Amid escalating domestic political tensions ahead of the 2026 midterm elections, Trump has emphasized that the US economy will remain strong after the brief disruption caused by this conflict, focusing on long-term economic policies such as tax cuts and deregulation. However, critics argue that global dependence on energy from the Middle East suggests that the legacy of Trump's foreign policy will be difficult to fully reverse.
Source: Newsmaker.id
