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Trump hints end of Iran war in sight, saying operations ‘very complete’
**Breaking News: Trump Hints at End of Iran War, Naija Stock Market Reacts**
In a surprise development on Monday, US President Donald Trump hinted that the Iran war might be coming to an end soon, saying that US military operations were "very complete" and progressing faster than expected.
This comes as Iran, under its new leader Mojtaba Khamenei, fired a barrage of missiles at its Gulf neighbours, including Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Qatar, the UAE, and Israel. The strategic Strait of Hormuz, through which nearly 20% of the world's crude oil transits, remains blocked, causing oil prices to soar.
However, as soon as Trump's remarks were made, Wall Street rebounded into positive territory, despite the lack of details on a solution to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. Trump's comments were seen as a welcome relief by investors, who had been worried about the escalating tensions between the US and Iran.
In an interview with CBS News, Trump claimed that Iran's military capabilities had been significantly weakened, with no navy, communications, or air force left intact. He also stated that the US was "very far" ahead of schedule, with the war expected to last only four or five weeks.
Meanwhile, Nigeria's stock market, which has been closely watching the developments, may be affected by the news. With the global economy already facing challenges, any disruption to oil supplies could have significant consequences for the Nigerian economy, which heavily relies on oil exports.
As the situation in the Middle East continues to unfold, world leaders are scrambling to find a solution. French President Emmanuel Macron has announced that his country and its allies are working on a "purely defensive" mission to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, with the aim of escorting ships through the strategic waterway.
The situation remains fluid, and it remains to be seen how the conflict will be resolved. However, one thing is clear: the world is holding its breath as it waits for the next move in this high-stakes game of diplomacy and military might.