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Trump says Iran war timeline is likely 4-5 weeks but could go ‘far longer’

President Trump said the US-led air campaign, called Operation Epic Fury, targets Iran’s missile and naval forces and aims to prevent nuclear development, with 555 killed in Iran so far.

  • President Donald Trump stated the military campaign against Iran is expected to last four to five weeks but could extend longer if needed, aiming to destroy Iran's missile capabilities, navy, and prevent nuclear weapon development while curbing support to terrorist groups.
  • US and Israeli airstrikes targeted Iranian missile sites and naval forces, while Iran and its allies retaliated against Israel, Gulf states, and critical energy infrastructure, causing casualties and disrupting global oil markets.
  • The conflict escalated with missile exchanges including Hezbollah attacks on Israel and Israeli retaliation in Lebanon, resulting in significant casualties on all sides.
  • Congress has not formally authorized the conflict, with the administration asserting presidential authority under the War Powers Act amid divided public opinion about the prolonged military engagement.
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Trump's limited options to curb Iran war oil price surge

US President Donald Trump is under pressure to curb oil prices sent skyrocketing by the war with Iran, but has only limited tools to fix a problem that is shaking the world economy and is politically toxic at home.

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