🚨 JUST IN: President Trump Tells Maria Bartiromo the Iran War Is “Very Close to Over”
By Reflecto News Desk
April 15, 2026
In an exclusive interview with Fox Business host Maria Bartiromo, President Donald Trump expressed strong optimism that the conflict with Iran is nearing its conclusion.
When asked directly, “Is the Iran war over?” Trump replied:
“I think it’s close to over. Yeah. I mean I view it as very close to over.”
Trump’s comments come amid a fragile short-term ceasefire that took effect earlier this month following five weeks of intense US-Israeli military operations against Iranian targets that began in February 2026. High-level talks in Islamabad recently collapsed without a breakthrough on Iran’s nuclear program, but Trump indicated he sees a resolution on the horizon.
Trump’s Assessment of the Situation
During the interview, Trump reiterated that the United States achieved significant military objectives during the campaign, stating that key Iranian capabilities had been substantially degraded. He suggested that the current pressure — including the ongoing US naval blockade in the Strait of Hormuz — is bringing Tehran closer to accepting terms that would prevent it from developing nuclear weapons.
Trump has previously described the recent operations as highly successful and has shown reluctance to extend the existing ceasefire, telling ABC News earlier today that he does not view an extension as necessary and that “an amazing two days ahead” could be expected.
Current Ceasefire and Blockade Status
The short-term truce, mediated by Pakistan, remains in effect but is widely expected to expire around April 22. Pakistan has proposed a second round of negotiations, which could occur as soon as this week. However, the US continues to enforce the naval blockade targeting vessels linked to Iranian ports, a measure Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said would effectively cut China off from Iranian oil supplies.
Global energy markets remain volatile, with Russia offering to help China offset any energy shortfalls caused by disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz.
Broader Diplomatic Picture
Trump’s optimistic tone contrasts with ongoing diplomatic coordination between Russia and China. Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, currently in Beijing, has urged the US and Iran to continue negotiations in Pakistan and offered Russian energy supplies as an alternative to Iranian oil.
China has criticized the US blockade as “dangerous and irresponsible” while denying allegations of military or satellite support to Iran, including the reported use of the Chinese-built TEE-01B spy satellite by the IRGC.
Reflecto News will continue monitoring any developments regarding potential renewed talks in Islamabad, enforcement of the Hormuz blockade, oil market reactions, and statements from Tehran or other international actors.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: What did President Trump say about the Iran war?
Trump told Maria Bartiromo that the war is “very close to over” and that he views it as nearing its conclusion.
Q2: Is the ceasefire still in effect?
Yes, the short-term ceasefire brokered by Pakistan remains in place but is expected to expire around April 22. A second round of talks in Islamabad is under discussion.
Q3: Why is Trump optimistic now?
Trump believes the military objectives have been largely achieved and that continued pressure — including the Hormuz blockade — is pushing Iran toward accepting US terms or facing further consequences.
Q4: What is the status of the Strait of Hormuz blockade?
The US continues to enforce restrictions on vessels linked to Iranian ports. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has stated this will prevent China from accessing Iranian oil.
Q5: How has Russia and China responded to the situation?
Russia has offered to help China replace lost Iranian energy supplies and has called for continued US-Iran negotiations in Pakistan. China has criticized the blockade and denied providing military support to Iran.
Q6: Could the ceasefire be extended?
Trump indicated today that he does not see an extension as necessary, though diplomatic efforts through Pakistan continue.
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