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Trump to give primetime address on Iran war amid uncertainty

President Trump will outline his view of the Iran conflict in a primetime address as questions persist about whether US involvement will wind down or expand.

Apr 1st 2026 · United States

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  • Trump will deliver a primetime address on the Iran war tonight.
  • The White House has not explained why the remarks were hastily arranged or whether they signal de-escalation or escalation.
  • Trump has repeatedly shifted his stated endgame, most recently saying the war could end in two to three weeks even without a deal.
  • A Reuters poll found about two thirds of Americans want the US to work to swiftly end its involvement in the conflict.
  • Rising petrol prices and broad domestic unpopularity of the war increase political pressure on the administration ahead of midterm elections.

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