U.S. President Donald Trump stated that the war with Iran could conclude within the next two to three weeks, as the American side has achieved all its objectives. He made this statement during a briefing at the White House on March 31, 2026.
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Key statements from Trump regarding the end of the conflict
During the press conference, Trump emphasized that the U.S. is ready to fully withdraw from Iran in the near future, as involvement in the conflict has lost its meaning for Washington. The President noted that Tehran could still reach an agreement with the United States during this period; however, this is not a prerequisite for the conclusion of American military presence in the region. According to Trump, the main goal of the military intervention — stopping Iran’s nuclear program — has already been achieved.
“All we need to do is get out of Iran, and that will happen quite soon. […] I think within two to three weeks. We will leave, as it no longer makes sense for us to be involved.”
Trump also positively assessed the new regime in Tehran, calling its representatives “more rational than their predecessors.” The President added that negotiations regarding the deblocking of the Strait of Hormuz are ongoing, but this is no longer a priority for the U.S. — he believes this issue should be handled by European partners, particularly France.
White House Press Secretary Caroline Levitt announced an additional statement from the President regarding the situation in Iran, which is expected to be released on the evening of April 1.
Impact on financial markets
Trump’s announcement triggered a rise in the stock and cryptocurrency markets: most assets showed positive dynamics on daily charts. In contrast, oil prices experienced a decline — market participants expect stabilization of supplies in the Middle East.
Wall Street experts had previously suggested the likelihood of de-escalation of the conflict and relied on their assessments of the Pressure Index, which signals President Trump’s preparation for decisions under the pressure of negative market dynamics, high prices, and rising inflation.
It is worth noting that in March, Bitcoin and Ethereum ended the month with gains, marking the first “green” period for both assets in a long time.