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Trump says US-Iran war could end soon, touts ammunition supplies
Trump says US-Iran war could end soon, touts ammunition supplies
US President Donald Trump says he believes the war with Iran could end 'pretty soon,' claiming Tehran cannot sustain the conflict much longer. Speaking at the White House, Trump also said the…
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US President Donald Trump says he believes the war with Iran could end 'pretty soon,' claiming Tehran cannot sustain the conflict much longer. Speaking at the White House, Trump also said the US has 'virtually unlimited' supplies of certain munitions, and that defence companies are expanding production of Patriot missiles, Tomahawk missiles and other weapons.
Business Today reports Trump stressed the need to continue strengthening ammunition supplies as global security challenges evolve. Trump's comments come amid ongoing tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint for global oil shipments.
The Indian Opinion
Trump's optimism about an early end to the US-Iran war sounds like a boast designed for domestic consumption, given his history of claiming victory before deals are signed. While he points to vast US ammunition stocks, Iran's ability to disrupt Gulf shipping and use proxy forces means the conflict is far from over. For India, which imports most of its oil through the Strait of Hormuz and has millions of citizens working in the Gulf, the real test will be whether shipping insurance premiums drop and oil prices ease in the next fortnight.
Sources (2): dnaindia.com, businesstoday.in
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Updated: this story now draws on 2 sources.
