Trump: War with Iran will end 'pretty soon'

Published Aug 6, 11:09 PM UTC

US President Donald Trump expressed optimism that the ongoing war with Iran would conclude 'pretty soon.' In a parallel development, Iran has issued a warning to Gulf states, stating that any new US attack on its territory would provoke retaliatory strikes on critical energy infrastructure throughout the region. The statement from Iran escalates tensions, threatening the stability of global energy supplies. The article, published by The Business Times Singapore on August 7, 2026, highlights the fragile security situation in the Middle East and the potential for broader conflict involving Gulf states.