Trump: Iran War is "Very Close to Over" as Tehran Desperately Seeks Peace Deal

WASHINGTON D.C. — In a recent high-stakes interview with Fox Business, President Donald Trump delivered a bold assessment of the ongoing conflict with Iran, stating that the war is nearing its final chapter. Speaking on April 15, Trump emphasized that the United States has achieved a decisive military advantage, leaving Tehran with little choice but to pursue a diplomatic exit.

"Military Decimation": Trump’s Hardline Assessment

During the interview with Mornings with Maria, the President did not mince words regarding the current state of Iran’s defense capabilities.

“We have beaten them militarily, totally,” Trump stated. “I think it’s close to over, yeah. I view it as very close to being over.”

The President highlighted the long-term impact of the U.S. military campaign, suggesting that the structural and economic damage to Iran is so severe that recovery could take decades. “As we speak, it would take them 20 years to rebuild that country,” he added, reinforcing the scale of the U.S. intervention aimed at neutralizing Tehran's nuclear ambitions.

Tehran’s Urgency for a Peace Deal

Despite the recent implementation of a naval blockade on Iranian ports following stalled negotiations in Pakistan, Trump remains optimistic that a deal is on the horizon. His confidence stems from what he perceives as a desperate need from the Iranian leadership to end the hostilities.

• Diplomatic Pressure: While the first round of talks in Islamabad reached a deadlock over nuclear enrichment terms, a second round is expected to resume shortly.

• Economic Strain: The combination of military strikes and the renewed blockade has placed unprecedented pressure on the Iranian regime.

• Trump’s Prediction: “I think they want to make a deal very badly. Let’s see what happens,” Trump noted, hinting that a breakthrough could occur as early as the end of April.

The Path Ahead: Deal or Destruction?

The conflict, which escalated sharply on February 28, 2024, has reshaped the geopolitical landscape of the Middle East. While Vice President JD Vance noted that "a lot of progress" was made during the weekend talks, the U.S. administration maintains a "maximum pressure" stance.

Trump’s strategy appears clear: maintain the military and economic squeeze until a "permanent and verifiable" agreement is signed. As the current two-week ceasefire approaches its expiration on April 21, the world watches closely to see if Tehran will meet Washington's terms or if the conflict will enter a new, more intense phase.