10/03/2026
Trump says the war with Iran is “almost complete.” But is it really over?
In a phone interview with CBS News, former U.S. President Donald Trump claimed that the ongoing conflict between the United States and Iran is nearly finished.
According to him, the U.S. military has already struck more than 3,000 Iranian targets in the first week of operations, leaving much of Iran’s military capability severely weakened.
Trump said Iran has “no navy, no communications, and no air force left.”
But the situation remains tense.
Here are five key developments from the war so far:
1️⃣ Thousands of Iranian targets hit
The U.S. military reportedly launched strikes on over 3,000 targets, significantly damaging Iran’s military infrastructure.
2️⃣ New leadership in Iran
Iran announced that Mojtaba Khamenei has replaced his father as the country’s supreme leader.
3️⃣ Major global oil route disrupted
Commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz — through which about 20% of the world’s oil passes — has nearly stopped.
4️⃣ Oil prices reacted quickly
Global oil prices dropped sharply after the interview before stabilising later in the day.
5️⃣ U.S. casualties confirmed
At least seven American service members have died during the conflict.
Despite saying the war is “almost complete,” Trump warned that if Iran interferes with shipping routes, the consequences could be severe.
He also said the U.S. is considering taking control of the Strait of Hormuz, a move that could dramatically impact global trade and energy markets.
For now, the world is watching closely as tensions in the Middle East continue to unfold.
💬 Do you think this war will truly end soon, or could it escalate further?
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