US President Donald Trump stated in an interview with Axios that "practically nothing is left to attack" in Iran and that the conflict would end "soon." This followed Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz's declaration that the joint US-Israeli offensive against Iran, ongoing since February 28, would continue "without a time limit."
Key points
- Trump added, "As soon as I want this to stop, it will stop."
- The Israeli Defense Minister, Israel Katz, confirmed the operation would continue until all objectives are achieved.
- Trump has given contradictory messages regarding the war's timeline and objectives.
- The US President faces negative domestic polls due to fears over global economic disruption from the operation.
- Trump is facing decisive midterm legislative elections in November for control of Congress.
Why it matters
The conflicting statements from the US President and the Israeli Defense Minister highlight uncertainty regarding the duration and scope of the ongoing military operation against Iran.
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