Trump predicts Iran conflict will conclude after US midterms
US President Donald Trump said the war with Iran will end immediately after the upcoming midterm elections, accusing Iran of delaying to affect the political landscape. He dismissed the possibility of renewed negotiations, stating that Iran's goal is to acquire a nuclear weapon. The remarks come amid ongoing hostilities that began in February.
The conflict, initiated in late February, was publicly justified by Washington and Tel Aviv as a response to an alleged imminent nuclear threat. Tehran maintains its enrichment activities are peaceful, and US intelligence assessments have previously questioned the existence of an active weapons program, though enrichment levels remain a concern.
Trump previously scrapped the 2015 nuclear accord. Following a 12-day conflict in June 2025, American forces hit three atomic sites, which the president claimed were destroyed. Now, with talks stalled, Energy Secretary Chris Wright has hinted that further military action against Iran's nuclear infrastructure may continue instead of a renewed agreement.
Trump's linkage of the war's end to the election could influence voter turnout and perceptions of foreign policy. If the conflict persists or escalates, Iranian civilians face further hardship, while global oil prices may remain volatile. A potential shift in congressional power could alter US oversight of military actions, but the president's stated disinterest in negotiations suggests a prolonged period of uncertainty for the region.