Trump prepares to declare Iran war victory if Hormuz reopens, willing to walk away without nuclear deal: Report

President Donald Trump is reportedly considering declaring a victory in the Iran war if the country fully reopens the Strait of Hormuz, despite his unwillingness to secure a nuclear deal, according to a recent report. The shift in focus by the US administration highlights the potential for a significant departure from the original objective of preventing Iran from acquiring a nuclear weapon.

Iran has presented stringent demands for reopening the waterway, including billions of dollars in US payments, the withdrawal of American troops, and an end to the naval blockade. Tehran has also insisted on certain conditions, such as the US not allowing its warships to pass through the strait and generating revenue from commercial vessels.

If Iran meets these conditions, US officials suggest that Trump may opt to indefinitely extend the ongoing ceasefire, potentially avoiding a comprehensive nuclear agreement.