U.S. President Donald Trump said on March 11 (local time) that the war with Iran will end 'soon,' stating there is 'practically nothing left to target.' In a phone interview with Axios, Trump emphasized that the operation is going well and he can end it anytime he wants. The remarks came on the 12th day of the U.S. military operation codenamed 'Operation Epic Fury,' amid ongoing concerns about its impact on oil prices and the global economy.
U.S. President Donald Trump stated in a five-minute phone interview with Axios on March 11 (local time) that the war with Iran will end 'soon,' as there is 'practically nothing left to target.' Trump said, 'Any time I want it to end, it will end,' emphasizing that the operation is progressing excellently and ahead of the original six-week timetable, inflicting more damage than anticipated. He added that Iran is paying for '47 years of death and destruction they caused,' calling it 'payback' and stating, 'They will not get off that easy.'
The remarks come on the 12th day of 'Operation Epic Fury,' launched on February 28 to destroy Iran's missile capabilities, navy, and pathways to nuclear arms. Adm. Brad Cooper, commander of U.S. Central Command, posted a video on X stating that the U.S. military has struck over 5,500 targets in Iran, including more than 60 ships, since the operation began.
During a later press availability, Trump claimed the U.S. has taken out 'just about all' of Iran's mine-laying ships 'in one night,' reaching 'boat number 60,' and described Iran's navy as 'big and ineffective' but now 'gone.' He said Iran has lost its navy and air force, with 'no anti-aircraft apparatus at all,' no radar, and its leaders gone, warning, 'We can do a lot worse.'
These statements have raised hopes for resolving the Middle East crisis amid rising oil prices and economic concerns, though Iran's potential retaliation remains a risk. The operation's focus on degrading Iran's military infrastructure aims to prevent further threats, but global markets continue to monitor developments closely.
