Global
U.S. President Donald Trump stated that the confrontation with Iran will conclude very soon one way or another, emphasizing that the United States holds the capability to resolve it either way. Speaking to reporters, Trump asserted that Iran no longer possesses an army, naval forces, an air force, or air defense systems, claiming Washington blocked Tehran from securing nuclear weapons. He also anticipated a sharp plunge in fuel prices soon, pointing out a naval blockade imposed on the Strait of Hormuz preventing transit to and from Iran.