President Donald Trump said he intends to host a celebration at the White House once the ongoing conflict with Iran comes to an end, signaling confidence as the war approaches the two-month mark. His comments came during an exchange with reporters aboard Air Force One on April 17, 2026, as negotiations continued alongside sustained military pressure.
The conflict, which began in late February following the launch of Operation Epic Fury, has involved extensive U.S. and allied strikes targeting Iran’s military infrastructure and leadership. As the situation develops, Trump indicated that discussions over a potential resolution are ongoing, with expectations that more clarity could emerge in the near term.
When asked directly whether there would be a White House event marking the end of the war, Trump responded, “Yeah sure we’ll have a party, we’ve been pushed around by Iran for 47 years, but not anymore.” His reference to 47 years aligns with the duration of Iran’s current governing regime, which dates back to the 1979 Iranian Revolution.
President Trump says the U.S. won’t be pushed around by Iran anymore:
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“We’ve been pushed around by Iran for 47 years, but not anymore.” pic.twitter.com/f5fvsUn2Py
The remark reflects a broader framing by the administration that the conflict represents a decisive shift in longstanding U.S.-Iran tensions. Since the start of the war, U.S. operations have targeted key elements of Iran’s security apparatus, while also engaging in negotiations aimed at preventing the country from obtaining nuclear weapons.
As the war nears its second month, Trump’s comments underscore both the administration’s ongoing military posture and its expectation that a resolution could ultimately be reached, at which point he indicated the milestone would be marked publicly.