Trump Addressed the Nation on the War with Iran: What He Said About the Operation’s Goals, Timeline, and the Oil Crisis
2 April 05:38
U.S. President Donald Trump delivered a televised address to the American people regarding the war with Iran. In his speech, he stated that the United States is nearing the completion of key military objectives, but that hostilities are not yet over, according to "Komersant Ukrainian"
According to Trump, the strikes will continue for another two to three weeks, and the operation aims to prevent Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons.
The address came amid a sharp rise in oil prices, nervous market reactions, and criticism both within the U.S. and among its allies. Trump tried to convince Americans that the military campaign is short, necessary, and nearing completion, although he did not outline a clear plan for ending the war.
Why Trump Justified the Attack on Iran
At the heart of the address was the White House’s main argument: the war, according to Trump, is necessary to stop Iran’s nuclear program. The president stated that the U.S. had dealt a powerful blow to Iran’s military capabilities, particularly its missile, naval, and air components, and assured that Iran must not obtain nuclear weapons.
In his address, Trump spoke of “key strategic objectives” that had nearly been achieved, but did not provide new details regarding negotiations, a ground operation, or a formal mechanism for ending the war.
What Trump said about the timeline of the war
One of the most striking parts of the speech concerned the timeline. Trump stated that the U.S. could “finish the job” in Iran within two to three weeks. At the same time, he made it clear that the strikes could even intensify if Tehran does not agree to Washington’s terms, particularly regarding freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz.
This means that, despite statements about an imminent victory, the U.S. has not announced a de-escalation. On the contrary, the speech signaled a continuation of the campaign’s intense phase.
How Trump Explained the Economic Consequences of the War
The U.S. president separately addressed the energy crisis. He stated that the United States is prepared for the economic shocks associated with the war and emphasized American energy self-sufficiency. Trump was effectively trying to reassure voters amid rising oil and gasoline prices.
At the same time, international markets reacted nervously: following Trump’s address, oil prices rose, while stock markets in Asia and Europe fell. This indicates that investors did not perceive the speech as a signal of a swift end to the conflict.
Why Trump Rebuked Allies
During his speech, Trump criticized allies for not doing enough, particularly regarding the Strait of Hormuz. According to the AP and Reuters, he made it clear that countries dependent on oil shipments through the strait must take on more responsibility.
This part of the speech showed that Washington wants not only military but also political participation from its partners in containing Iran.
Did Trump say that Iran is no longer a threat?
In his address, Trump claimed that Iran’s military capabilities have allegedly been severely undermined and that Iran itself no longer poses the threat it once did. He spoke of the destruction or drastic weakening of Iranian military assets. But at the same time, neither Reuters nor AP reports that the war is effectively over. On the contrary, all major reports emphasize that the conflict continues, and the U.S.’s ultimate goals remain unclear.
That is why the key takeaway from the address is this: Trump is trying to present the war as almost won, but is effectively announcing several more weeks of intense strikes without a clear plan for a political conclusion.
