Donald Trump said on Tuesday that US forces would end operations in Iran, “very soon,” suggesting a timeline of two to three weeks. Later on Tuesday, Mr Trump said US forces would end operations in Iran “very soon,” evoking a timeline of two to three weeks as his administration pursues talks with Iranian authorities. Mr Trump also told reporters that the responsibility for keeping the Strait of Hormuz open will rest with countries that rely on it. The UK, meanwhile, has allowed the US to use its bases for a war its government says is illegal, but has nonetheless received public admonishment from Mr Trump. Mr Trump on Tuesday also told NBC News the war was “coming to an end”, although he did not say how that would happen.

Source: Irish Examiner April 01, 2026 18:23 UTC