The seven month conflict has left the Iranian economy in ruins, with the rial crashing past 2.7 million per dollar and oil revenue projected to hit zero by December. Trump claimed that because "dozens" of terrorist leaders were killed, it is now unclear who is running the country, which he described as his biggest challenge. Vice President J.D. Vance also stated that it is currently unclear how Iran makes its decisions.
Tuesday, October 20, 2026
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Trump Rejects Iran Deal and Says US Must Finish Iran Conflict
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Washington will determine soon if it resolves its current war with Iran via a peaceful transition or military force, President Donald Trump said. Speaking at an Anduril Industries event in Maryland, Trump stated the U.S. must "finish up" the conflict using either a "nice way" or a "not-so-nice way." He also noted that he no longer believes a diplomatic settlement is the preferred path, reversing a previous demand that Tehran sign a fair deal to avoid destruction.
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