U.S. President Donald Trump described a potential war with Iran as a 'simple matter' for the United States, asserting that Tehran will not acquire nuclear weapons.
Trump clarified that the U.S. is conducting 'sporadic strikes... but we are not fighting right now.'
Responding to criticism over deeming the conflict with Iran 'simple'—a fight that has cost 19 American soldiers their lives—Trump drew a comparison with the prolonged U.S. wars in Vietnam or Afghanistan.
He said, 'Call it what you want, it's not important. What matters is our significant success in preventing Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons.'
Trump mentioned U.S. control over the Strait of Hormuz, noting that many oil tankers and ships continue to pass through it.
The President argued that the Strait's importance has diminished due to alternatives and new oil pipelines being constructed, adding, 'Oil trucks pass through Syria, and we have alternatives to the Strait of Hormuz.'
Trump claimed the U.S. had bombed advanced Iranian radars and noted Washington's actions in Iran were 'very stunning.'
He asserted that the U.S. might target Iran's nuclear facility at Fordow 'very soon,' while emphasizing that Tehran will not acquire a nuclear weapon.
Regarding Ukraine, Trump stated that U.S. special envoy Steve Whitmore and his son-in-law Jared Kushner will travel to Russia and Ukraine to propose a resolution to the four-year ongoing conflict between the two nations.
Trump told reporters, 'They are bringing a proposal to end the war... We've sent them to see if we can work something out, and there could be a good chance for success.'
Trump also expressed his belief that Russian President Vladimir Putin is not looking to attack NATO countries, declaring, 'Putin won't invade NATO territories.'
He added, 'I speak with him and know him well. Putin does not wish to attack NATO territories.'
In recent weeks, Moscow and Kyiv have intensified economic strikes, targeting major e-commerce companies and retail chains. Russia attacked warehouses of major supermarket chains in Ukraine, along with the largest post offices and home goods stores.
The Russia-Ukraine conflict has evolved into Europe's deadliest war since World War II, resulting in thousands of civilian deaths and hundreds of thousands of soldier casualties.