The US president said the war on Iran is nearing an end, even as Israeli strikes intensify in Lebanon, China urges restraint, and global powers brace for economic fallout.
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The United States president has said the war with Iran is “very close to over,” signaling a possible de-escalation in a conflict that has rattled the Middle East and global markets.
The remarks come amid continued military activity across the region, including Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon that killed more than 20 people in a single day, according to local reports. The strikes mark one of the deadliest days in recent weeks, underscoring that tensions remain far from resolved.
Global powers react
China has strongly rejected US military actions and called for an immediate end to operations in the Middle East, warning that continued escalation could destabilize global security and economic stability.
Russia, meanwhile, has moved to strengthen its strategic positioning, with Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov offering increased energy cooperation with China amid disruptions linked to the US blockade in the region.
Economic ripple effects
The conflict has triggered precautionary measures worldwide. South Korea announced a ban on the stockpiling of critical medical and petrochemical supplies to prevent market distortions and panic-driven shortages.
Energy markets remain volatile, with supply concerns linked to regional instability and disrupted shipping routes.
Iran’s possible strategy
Experts suggest Iran may choose to comply with elements of the US blockade in the short term, potentially opening a pathway toward negotiations and easing sanctions pressure.
However, analysts caution that any diplomatic breakthrough remains uncertain, given ongoing military activity and competing geopolitical interests.
Fragile calm
Despite the US president’s optimistic assessment, the situation on the ground remains fragile. Continued strikes, strategic repositioning by global powers, and economic countermeasures point to a conflict that may be nearing a turning point — but not yet a clear resolution.
The coming days are expected to be critical in determining whether the region moves toward de-escalation or renewed confrontation.
