Trump could declare victory if Iran reopens Strait of Hormuz: Report

Middle East Eye reports that Trump is prepared to declare victory in the Iran conflict if Tehran reopens the Strait of Hormuz, reportedly willing to abandon pursuit of a new nuclear agreement in exchange. The White House confirmed military objectives have been achieved, with focus now on restoring oil shipments through the strategic waterway. Trump is confident Iran cannot rebuild its nuclear program during his presidency, citing June twenty twenty-five strikes on three key sites and relying on American intelligence to detect any reconstruction. If shipping resumes and Washington maintains its ability to monitor Iran's nuclear activities, Trump could extend the current ceasefire indefinitely and lift the naval blockade, while keeping military forces in the region and retaining the option to strike if Iranian forces target vessels.

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