President Donald Trump is seen speaking about the Iran conflict on a television screen in the James Brady Press Briefing Room of the White House, Wednesday, April 1, 2026, in Washington, US. (Photo: AP/Julia Demaree Nikhinson)
President Donald Trump is seen speaking about the Iran conflict on a television screen in the James Brady Press Briefing Room of the White House, Wednesday, April 1, 2026, in Washington, US. (Photo: AP/Julia Demaree Nikhinson)

In a televised speech on the conflict, he stressed that the US is close to accomplishing its core strategic objectives, including destroying “their air force and their ability to launch missiles and drones” and neutralizing pro-Iranian forces.

Trump said the US would intensify airstrikes on Iran over the next “two to three weeks”, but noted that discussions are still ongoing. He warned that if no agreement is reached, the US would target “all of Iran’s power plants”.

The President acknowledged the economic pressure facing many Americans, as gas prices have risen by more than 25% since the conflict began. At the same time, he emphasized that US oil and gas production now exceeds that of Saudi Arabia and Russia combined.