US-Iran war news LIVE: Trump says war with Iran will be won 'very soon,' pre-midterm strikes also likely

US President Donald Trump expressed confidence that the US will win its conflict with Iran "very soon". He stated that ending the conflict would lead to a sharp fall in global oil prices. Trump emphasized that preventing Iran from acquiring a nuclear weapon remains the primary US objective.

According to Trump, fresh military strikes ahead of the US midterms are possible, although he declined to confirm or deny the likelihood. The US midterm elections are approaching, and Trump did not rule out the possibility of renewed military action before they take place.

Iranian Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi stated that Tehran is prepared for a renewed conflict, while also keeping diplomacy open. Trump mentioned that he expects more talks with Iran in the coming days, but noted that Tehran's proposed terms are not acceptable to him.

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