Trump: War with Iran a 'short trip' and final victory not yet complete

US President Donald Trump announced that the current military confrontation against Iran would be a 'short-term trip,' while emphasizing that the United States has not yet achieved a complete and final victory over Tehran. These statements were made during a gathering of Republican members of Congress held at his private golf club in Florida.

Trump explained that military operations were launched with the aim of eliminating certain individuals described by the US administration as dangerous, noting that the conflict's timeline is rapid. He added that the current American vision is based on radically ending Iranian threats to prevent them from returning to threaten international interests in the region.

The US President addressed the extent of the damage inflicted on Iranian military capabilities, confirming that Tehran's navy and air force had suffered devastating blows. He also indicated that the Iranian missile program is now in a state that prevents it from threatening the United States or its allies, including Israel, for a long period.

Despite military progress on the ground, Trump called for more joint efforts between Washington and Tel Aviv to achieve what he described as 'final victory.' He affirmed that US forces would not retreat from their missions until what he called 'the enemy' is decisively and comprehensively defeated, ensuring long-term stability in the region.

In the context of political changes within Tehran, Trump expressed his disappointment over the selection of Mojtaba Khamenei as the new Supreme Leader, succeeding his late father. The US President considered that this appointment could exacerbate the crises Iran is suffering from, refusing to disclose whether the new leader represents a potential military target.

Trump warned the Iranian regime against contemplating obstructing global oil supplies, threatening 'much harsher' military strikes if any threat to energy corridors occurs. He affirmed that he would not allow any party to hold the global economy hostage by attempting to stop the flow of oil, which has seen price fluctuations as a result of the conflict.

Coinciding with these threats, the US President revealed a move to lift some oil-related sanctions to ease market disruptions. This step comes amid reports indicating that the US administration is considering easing oil pressures on other countries such as Russia to ensure supply stability.

Regarding the tragic incident that targeted a girls' elementary school in the Iranian city of Minab, Trump explained that investigations are still ongoing to determine the circumstances of the attack. He expressed his willingness to accept the results of the final report, despite noting the lack of available information regarding the strike that killed dozens.

Trump raised a controversial hypothesis about the incident, hinting at the possibility of Iran using a 'Tomahawk' missile to bomb the school, even though Tehran does not possess this type of weapon. Observers considered that these statements further complicate the field situation and the mutual accusations between the two parties.

On the diplomatic front, sources reported a phone call between Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin to discuss ways to reach a quick settlement to the war. The call also addressed other thorny international issues, including the Ukrainian and Venezuelan crises, in an attempt to de-escalate rising global tensions.

Previous statements by Trump about the imminent end of the war contributed to a more than 5% drop in Brent and US crude oil prices. These economic movements reflect market sensitivity to any statements issued by the White House regarding the timeline of military operations in the Middle East.

It is worth noting that the US administration had previously set a timeline of four to five weeks to achieve its military objectives in Iran. As the conflict enters advanced stages, attention remains focused on the Strait of Hormuz and the possibility of imposing full American control over it, despite the continued movement of ships currently.

We embarked on a small journey because we felt we had to do it to get rid of some people, and I think you will see that it will be a short-term journey.