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Trump willing to end Iran campaign without reopening Strait of Hormuz

politicsMar 30, 20261,035

President Trump told aides he is willing to end the U.S. military campaign against Iran even if the Strait of Hormuz remains closed. Administration officials say forcing the waterway back open would require extending U.S. operations. Leaving the strait closed would let Iran control a major global oil chokepoint, disrupt shipments and raise prices. The decision marks a retreat from a central military objective and shifts the burden to allies and markets.

Key Highlights

Trump told aides he would halt the U.S. military campaign against Iran.
He accepts leaving the Strait of Hormuz largely closed for now.
Forcing open the strait would mean extending the military mission.