Las vegas: U.S. President Donald Trump announced at a tax roundtable in Las Vegas, Nevada, that the war in Iran is advancing smoothly, with expectations for a swift conclusion. He underscored the capability of the U.S. government to act decisively and expressed confidence in the operation's outcome, highlighting the enhanced strength of the U.S. military during his term.
According to Thai News Agency, Trump also noted the success in intercepting oil tankers in the region, emphasizing that the U.S. fleet is actively issuing warnings to deter intrusion. This strategic deployment has led to the rerouting of large oil tankers away from the area. Trump contrasted the robust growth of the U.S. economy with the ongoing mission in Iran, which he deemed essential to forestall potential negative events, and declared that the operation's results would be overwhelmingly successful.
Additionally, Trump shared his views on Truth Social about the 10-day ceasefire agreement between Israel and Lebanon, effective since 5:00 PM Eastern Standard Time. He expressed optimism that Hezbollah in Lebanon would act responsibly, seeing this as an opportunity for the group to halt losses and pursue peace.
The ceasefire, facilitated by the U.S. government, marks a pivotal step towards a truce in the conflict between Israel and the Iranian-backed Hezbollah. The hostilities in Lebanon have resulted in nearly 2,000 fatalities, over 6,000 injuries, and the displacement of more than 1 million individuals.