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Trump Predicts End to US-Iran Conflict Amid Hormuz Negotiations
The Times of India2h
THE BRIEF
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Donald Trump stated on August 7, 2026, that the ongoing conflict between the United States and Iran will end soon, hinting at progress in diplomatic negotiations regarding the Strait of Hormuz.
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Tehran officials dismissed the remarks as 'theatre diplomacy,' maintaining their stance against US military presence in the region following the February 28 attacks on Iran.
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The comments come amid heightened regional instability that has impacted global oil exports and raised questions about the reliability of the US security umbrella for Middle Eastern allies.