WASHINGTON – President Donald Trump said Monday that the war in Iran is “militarily … effectively over,” offering his assessment to reporters during an unexpected appearance at the White House briefing room.
Trump arrived after meeting earlier in the day with Qatar’s prime minister, making a surprise visit to address the media.
“Iran militarily is effectively over,” Trump said. “We’re just keeping it the status quo.”
The president also said Iran had been “decapitated.” At the same time, he emphasized that he remains focused on securing a lasting agreement to ensure Iran’s nuclear program is permanently defanged.
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