1. Trump claims war with Iran will end in two to three weeks – Trump stated that he expects the US to end the war with Iran within two to three weeks, implying that the US has largely achieved its military objectives and leaving the resolution of the Strait of Hormuz issue to other countries.
2. Not giving up pressure on Iran to open the Strait of Hormuz – In an interview with CBS News, Trump stated that he is “not ready” to give up efforts to force Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
3. Iran is essentially destroyed; if you want oil, go get it yourself.
– Trump stated on social media: To all those countries that can't get aviation fuel because of the Strait of Hormuz, I have a suggestion for you: First, buy from the United States; we have plenty of supplies. Second, have the courage to go to the Strait and take it directly.
4. Iran will need 15 to 20 years to rebuild – Trump stated that after the intensive US-Israeli strikes, Iran will need “15 to 20 years” to rebuild.
5. Seriously Considering Withdrawing from NATO, Calling it a "Paper Tiger"—Trump stated that he is seriously considering withdrawing the United States from NATO after it did not join his war against Iran. He also referred to NATO as a "paper tiger."
6. France Bans US Military Supplies from Flying Over Its Airspace—Trump stated that France has blocked planes carrying military supplies from flying over its airspace to Israel. Trump said on social media, "The United States will remember this."
7. Considering Convening a Special Meeting to Address the Department of Homeland Security Funding Crisis—Trump told the New York Post that he is considering forcing Congress to convene a rare special meeting to address the Department of Homeland Security's 45-day funding shortfall.
8. Signing Executive Order to Crack Down on Mail-in Voting—Trump signed an executive order on Tuesday to crack down on mail-in voting. The order requires the Department of Homeland Security to compile verified lists of eligible voters for each state.
9. Iranian Official Warns Trump: Strait of Hormuz Will Not Be Open to the US Even After Reopening
—Ibrahim Aziz, Chairman of the Iranian Parliament's National Security and Foreign Policy Committee, addressed Trump, stating that the Strait of Hormuz will definitely reopen, but not to the United States.
10. Trump to Speak on Iran War During Prime Time Wednesday
—White House Press Secretary Levitt announced that Trump will deliver a speech at 9 p.m. Washington time on Wednesday (9 a.m. Thursday Beijing time) to provide an update on the war with Iran.
