Web Desk: Donald Trump said armed tensions with Iran have ended, according to a letter sent to congressional leaders, even as he warned the situation remains uncertain and US operations will continue until objectives are achieved.
In the letter, addressed to senior lawmakers including Mike Johnson and Chuck Grassley, Trump said the escalation that began on February 28 had subsided. However, he acknowledged the conflict had not been fully resolved and could reignite depending on developments.
Trump’s message struck a mixed tone, declaring an end to active tensions while cautioning that stability has not yet been secured. He said his administration is working toward a durable peace but left open the possibility of renewed hostilities.
At the same time, Trump emphasized that the United States would continue taking steps to safeguard its interests and security in the region. His remarks suggest Washington is maintaining a strategic posture despite the claimed de-escalation.
Meanwhile, analysts said the administration’s framing could be aimed at avoiding the need for formal congressional authorization for military action. They noted that US forces remain deployed in the region, raising questions about the legal basis for continued operations.
The developments come after weeks of heightened tensions between Washington and Tehran, which had fueled global concerns about a wider conflict. Although Trump declared the immediate crisis over, his own statements indicate the situation remains fluid.
Separately, speaking at an event in Florida, Trump reiterated that the United States would not step back until its goals are fully met. He warned that leaving the issue unresolved could allow it to resurface more intensely in the future.
He also reaffirmed a hardline stance on Iran’s nuclear ambitions, saying Tehran would not be allowed to acquire nuclear weapons. Trump argued that earlier US intervention had prevented potential threats to Israel and Europe.
In his remarks, Trump sharply criticized Iran’s military and political leadership, claiming its naval and air capabilities had weakened and that its command structure had suffered significant losses. He further alleged that senior leadership ranks had been severely diminished.
However, he declined to elaborate in detail, saying he preferred to discuss Iran only after US objectives are fully accomplished.
Trump also pointed to the strategic importance of the Strait of Hormuz, noting that hundreds of oil tankers are currently positioned in the waterway. He said a fully open route could significantly reduce global fuel prices.
Defending his policy, Trump compared the current approach with past US military engagements, noting the length of involvement in conflicts such as Vietnam and Iraq. He said questioning the present strategy after only a few weeks of action is premature and maintained that the goal remains long-term stability.
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