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Trump tells aides he is willing to end Iran war without reopening Hormuz, WSJ reports

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Published Tue, Mar 31, 2026 · 09:39 AM
    • US President Donald Trump during a cabinet meeting at the White House in Washington, DC, March 26, 2026.
    • US President Donald Trump during a cabinet meeting at the White House in Washington, DC, March 26, 2026. PHOTO: BLOOMBERG

    US PRESIDENT Donald Trump told aides he is willing to end the military campaign against Iran even if the Strait of Hormuz remains largely closed and leave a complex operation to reopen it for a later date, the Wall Street Journal reported on Monday, citing administration officials.

    Reuters could not immediately verify the report. REUTERS

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