President Donald Trump told South Carolina voters on Monday that the United States will announce a "total victory" over Iran within the next two weeks, moving the deadline up from his earlier four‑week estimate. The promise came during a tele‑rally supporting Sen. Lindsey Graham, who faces a GOP primary on Tuesday, and included a warning to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
Trump’s Two‑Week Victory Timeline on a Graham Tele‑Rally
Speaking to a live audience of votes, Trump declared, "We are winning that battle, but you are really going to win it over the next two weeks when we declare total victory." He added that oil prices would tumble once the conflict ends. According to the source, this marks a shift from a February interview with the Daily Mail where Trump said the war would last about four weeks.
Warning to Netanyahu and Regional Pressure
During the same call,Trump said he had cautioned Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, "Bibi, you better be careful, or you will be on your own very soon," as Israel prepared its largest bombardment of Iran since April. The president also claimed that leaders from five regional countries asked him to urge Israel to de‑escalate, though he did not name them. He said Iranian officials had contacted the United States, offering to halt attacks if Israel stopped its strikes.
Graham’s Primary Stakes and Runoff Possibility
Sen. Lindsey Graham, a vocal supporter of the war, is trying to avoid a runoff in the South Carolina Senate primary. While Graham remains the favorite in the traditionally Republican state, the source notes he could still face a runoff, mirroring the crowded governor’s race where Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette, also endorsed by Trump, is expected to need a second round.
Domestic Fallout: Gas Prices and Voter Concerns
The ongoing Iran‑Israel clashes have pushed gasoline prices higher nationwide, a point Trump highlighted as a key voter concern. He suggested that a swift victory would reverse the surge, echoing a poll he cited that says Iran cannot obtain a nuclear weapon. The source indicates that the conflict has now stretched beyond three months, far longer than the administration’s original timeline.
Unanswered Questions: Who Is Negotiating the Deal?
The report does not identify the five regional countries that allegedly asked Trump to intervene,nor does it provide details on the Iranian offer to stop attacks. it also leaves unclear whether any formal agreement is in place, or if the "total victory" claim is based on diplomatic progress or a military assessment.
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