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Trump Has No Regrets on Iran War, Sees Post-Midterm End

President Donald Trump expressed no regrets over the Iran war, predicting the conflict will conclude immediately following the November midterms.

By Muhamed Porić

September 29, 2026 at 9:25 PM

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President Donald Trump expressed no regrets regarding the ongoing military conflict with Iran, predicting the hostilities will conclude immediately following the November midterm elections as broader economic pressures mount.

"If I had it to do again, I would do exactly what I did," said President Donald Trump during an interview with Fox News host Laura Ingraham.

Timeline and Electoral Claims

The remarks arrive as the administration navigates both military operations and domestic political considerations ahead of the November 3, 2026, congressional ballots. According to a report by Al Jazeera, Trump asserted that Tehran is actively attempting to stall any diplomatic resolution to influence the upcoming US midterm elections.

"This war will end immediately after our election," said President Donald Trump regarding the anticipated timeline of the conflict.

Treasury Sanctions and Financial Actions

Beyond the political timeline, the administration is moving to intensify economic pressure on international financial networks supporting Tehran. According to a CNBC report, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced plans to levy fresh economic sanctions against "a large bank" on Monday. This follows earlier punitive measures targeting several international institutions accused of channeling funds to Iran.

In the public markets, Trump Media & Technology Group Corp (DJT) closed at $8.66, down 1.37%, as of 2026-09-11T20:00:00.000Z, according to Finnhub market data. The broader economic fallout of the conflict continues to drive energy market volatility, adding urgency to domestic debates over inflation and government spending.

What Is at Stake for Markets

The intersection of the ongoing military campaign, forthcoming banking sanctions, and impending congressional elections underscores the high stakes for global energy supplies and domestic economic stability. As the Treasury prepares its latest round of financial penalties, market participants continue to monitor how geopolitical developments will intersect with upcoming electoral outcomes.

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Muhamed Porić

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