US President says Tehran cannot sustain the pressure and links a possible end to the conflict with the November 3 vote
WASHINGTON: GTNS, SEPTEMBER 10, 2026; US President Donald Trump has said he expects the ongoing conflict with Iran to end immediately after the US midterm elections, scheduled for November 3.
Speaking to reporters before travelling to Dallas for the Republican Party’s midterm convention, Trump argued that Iran would not be able to withstand continued US economic and military pressure. He also accused Tehran of attempting to influence the upcoming election.
Trump links war timeline to election
Trump said he believed the conflict would end after the election because, in his assessment, Iran could no longer maintain its resistance.
The US President also indicated that a diplomatic settlement remained possible, but said negotiations with Tehran were not currently the preferred course of action.
Oil prices add pressure
Trump’s comments come as the conflict continues to affect global energy markets. Brent crude has moved above $100 a barrel, with disruptions around the Strait of Hormuz adding to concerns over international oil supplies.
Trump has predicted that oil and fuel prices will fall once the conflict ends.
Advisers offer a more cautious assessment
Trump’s prediction of a post-election conclusion contrasts with reports that some senior US officials privately believe the conflict could continue much longer.
Reuters reported that Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio have warned that the conflict could potentially extend through the remainder of Trump’s presidency.
That difference highlights the uncertainty surrounding the timeline of the confrontation.
Conflict remains active
The latest developments indicate that hostilities remain far from settled. Iran has reported attacks on shipping near the Strait of Hormuz following US strikes on Iranian oil tankers, while Washington continues to threaten further military action against Iranian strategic targets.
For now, Trump’s statement is a prediction rather than a confirmed ceasefire or peace agreement. Whether the conflict actually ends after the November election will depend on developments on the battlefield, Iran’s response and the possibility of future diplomacy.
Global Times News | INDIA ; GTNS
SEPTEMBER 10, 2026