WASHINGTON – In a high-stakes prime-time address, President Donald Trump announced that U.S. forces are close to fulfilling their strategic objectives in the month-long conflict with Iran. Highlighting the success of Operation Epic Fury, the President claimed that American military strikes have "systematically dismantled" the Islamic Republic’s ability to project power.

Trump justified the offensive by asserting that Iran was "at the doorstep" of acquiring nuclear weapons, describing the threat as "intolerable" for global and American safety.

Military and Strategic Updates:

• Infrastructure Decimated: The President claimed that Iran’s navy, air force, and missile capabilities have been "blown to pieces," with the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) command structure effectively neutralized.
• Status of Leadership: While stating that "regime change was not our goal," Trump noted that many of Iran's original leaders are now dead, leading to an effective shift in leadership.
• The Nuclear Factor: Citing the success of Operation Midnight Hammer in June, Trump insisted that nuclear sites were obliterated to prevent the "thuggish" regime from obtaining a weapon.

Economic and Global Impact:

The ongoing hostilities have caused a 60% surge in Brent crude oil prices, with U.S. gasoline prices crossing the $4 per gallon mark. Despite the economic strain caused by the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, Trump offered mixed messaging on a future deal, suggesting one may not be necessary to end the war while urging allies to take more responsibility for the strategic waterway.

Looking Ahead:

Trump predicted the conflict would conclude within the next "two to three weeks," insisting that energy markets would stabilize once U.S. military objectives are fully secured.