Trump Hints at De-escalation: US May Wind Down Iran Operations as Conflict Enters Third Week
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Trump hints at winding down Iran operations as conflict nears 3rd week
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Firstpost•21-03-2026, 12:32
Trump hints at winding down Iran operations as conflict nears 3rd week
•US President Donald Trump stated Washington is considering winding down military operations against Iran, signaling key objectives could soon be achieved.
•Remarks follow escalating tensions, including an Israeli strike on an Iranian gas field and Iran's retaliation targeting a Qatari LNG facility, impacting global energy prices.
•Trump indicated a calibrated approach, stating the US is "very close to meeting our objectives" and considering scaling down efforts against Iran's "terror regime."
•White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt mentioned a 4-6 week mission timeline, with US forces making progress in weakening Iran’s capabilities.
•US Treasury temporarily eased sanctions on Iranian oil loaded before March 20, allowing sales until April 19 to release 140 million barrels and ease supply pressures.
