Trump Says U.S. Could End Iran War in Two to Three Weeks Without Formal Deal

WASHINGTON, Apr 1 — U.S. President Donald Trump said Tuesday that the United States could end its military operations in Iran within „two weeks, maybe three”, marking what could be the clearest timeline yet for winding down a war that began in late February.

Speaking to reporters in the White House’s Oval Office, Trump said that Iran would not necessarily need to strike a diplomatic deal with the U.S. before the conflict ends. Instead, he suggested that once Iran’s military capabilities were sufficiently degraded, U.S. forces would withdraw.

“We’ll be leaving very soon — within two weeks, maybe two weeks, maybe three,” Trump told reporters, emphasizing that Tehran did not have to make a specific peace agreement for the conflict to conclude.

The president has repeatedly sought to reassure U.S. allies and domestic audiences that the U.S. objective is to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons and to neutralize its military infrastructure, but his latest remarks marked a significant shift toward a possible rapid exit timeline.

Trump’s comments come amid growing pressure at home from rising gasoline prices and concerns over the economic impact of the conflict. In a separate market response, Asian stock markets rallied and the U.S. dollar weakened on hopes that a de‑escalation could ease geopolitical tensions.

Despite suggesting an end to military action, Trump also reiterated that Tehran doesn’t need to agree to specific terms for the war to wind down. “Iran doesn’t have to make a deal with me,” he said, indicating that the United States may leave without a negotiated settlement if its strategic objectives are met.

Analysts have noted that Trump’s evolving timeline reflects internal debate within the U.S. administration about how to balance military pressure with diplomatic strategy, particularly as oil prices and global markets remain highly sensitive to developments in the Strait of Hormuz and the broader Middle East.

The conflict, which has drawn in regional and global actors, continues to shape diplomatic relations and military deployments across the Middle East. Trump’s announcement of a potential withdrawal timeline could bring relief to markets but also raises questions about post‑war stability and power dynamics if U.S. forces exit before a lasting framework is in place.

The White House said Trump plans to address the nation on the conflict later this week, offering further details on U.S. strategy and expectations for the coming weeks. Officials also stressed that while the timeline could shift based on military and diplomatic conditions, the administration remains committed to concluding the U.S. role “responsibly and decisively.”