Deal or No Deal — Trump Says US Could End Iran War in Two to Three Weeks | DW News

Why It Matters

A rapid U.S. exit could reshape global oil markets, alter Middle‑East power dynamics, and impact the Trump administration’s domestic political standing ahead of the midterms.

Key Takeaways

• Trump claims US exit from Iran war in 2‑3 weeks
• Domestic pressure from gas prices and midterm elections influences policy
• Pakistan and China propose diplomatic talks to end conflict
• War costs billions daily and raises environmental concerns
• Iran’s military weakened but regional stability remains fragile

Summary

Donald Trump announced that the United States could withdraw from the ongoing Iran war within two to three weeks, promising an update from the White House on Wednesday. The claim was made amid rising domestic criticism over soaring gas prices and the approaching midterm elections, prompting speculation that the timeline serves political as well as strategic purposes.

Experts highlighted the war’s staggering financial burden—estimated at a billion dollars per day—and its environmental toll, while noting that Iran’s air force, navy, and missile capabilities have been degraded but not eliminated. The discussion also referenced a diplomatic overture from Pakistan and China to initiate talks, and cited Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s outlined objectives: destroying Iran’s air and naval forces, curbing missile launches, and dismantling weapons factories.

Rowena Binty Abdul Razak emphasized that the push for a rapid exit reflects a mix of military realities, domestic political pressure, and global supply‑chain concerns, especially the vulnerability of the Strait of Hormuz. She warned that even a swift withdrawal would leave lingering damage to oil markets, regional stability, and Iran’s internal legitimacy.

If the United States pulls back as promised, oil prices could remain volatile, regional allies may reassess security arrangements, and the U.S. political narrative around the war could shift, influencing both upcoming elections and future foreign‑policy decisions.

Original Description

US President Donald Trump and his top aides say he can claim to have achieved his main objectives in the war with Iran. Trump says he has met his goal of addressing Iran’s nuclear program. However, he has also left open the possibility of escalating military action, and US forces continue to be deployed to the region.

Meanwhile, Pakistan and China have put forward a proposal to help end the war and are calling for talks to begin as soon as possible. So where do things stand right now? Could this war really be coming to an end in the coming weeks — possibly with the help of Pakistan and China? DW speaks with Rowena Binti Abdul Razak, Lecturer in the History of the Middle East and Africa at SOAS, and Chong Ja Ian, Associate Professor at the National University of Singapore, to find out more.

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