Middle East war latest: Trump eyes end to Iran campaign as blasts hit Tehran. In a post on Truth Social, Trump said the United States was “getting very close to meeting our objectives as we consider winding down our great Military efforts in the Middle East”. The social media post was the strongest indication yet from the US President that he may be prepared to soon end hostilities. Oil jumped to US$112.19 a barrel as blasts hit Tehran and Gulf energy sites. Photo / Getty Images“The Hormuz Strait will have to be guarded and policed, as necessary, by other Nations who use it – The United States does not!” he said.

Source: New Zealand Herald March 21, 2026 12:25 UTC