Trump Confirms Ongoing Iran War, Vows Further Strikes

WASHINGTON: Donald Trump's 18-minute address to the nation has made some things very clear. Firstly, the Iran war will last at least 2-3 weeks. Second, the Hormuz Strait crisis is going to persist. Many people expected Trump to suddenly declare a ceasefire in his address. But he did not. His speech showed the complexities of the Iran war, in which America's feet are completely entangled. That America's feet are clearly in Trump's eyes. President Donald Trump said on Wednesday (April 1, 2026, US time) that the United States is "close to accomplishing" its goals in the war against Iran. He praised the US military for achieving a "tremendous victory" in this conflict. Donald Trump further said that the US will strike Iran "very hard" for the next 2-3 weeks. That is, the Iran war is not going to end now and its effects on India will be visible or severe. Donald Trump's speech to the White House will begin in 10 days.