President Trump asserts he is not under time pressure in Iran conflict

7 articles · Updated · CNN · Apr 24

As the war nears its eighth week, Trump claims 'total control' over the Strait of Hormuz, despite ongoing Iranian attacks and a U.S. death toll of at least 13 service members.
Iran continues to block the strait, collect tolls, and leverage geography, while U.S. efforts to clear mines may take six months, prolonging global economic disruption and high gasoline prices.
Public support for the war remains low, with only 25% seeing it as a strategic success, raising questions about the sustainability of Trump’s strategy and the potential for prolonged conflict.

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