Trump on Iran War End, Strait of Hormuz
Analysis based on 6 articles · First reported Apr 01, 2026 · Last updated Apr 01, 2026
Optimistic statements from Donald Trump and Masoud Pezeshkian about the Middle East war ending soon led to a rally in Asian stocks, Nasdaq-100, and S&P 500. However, concerns over the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, exacerbated by Donald Trump's stance on not securing it, caused crude prices for Brent Crude and West Texas Intermediate to jump, indicating persistent economic uncertainty and inflationary pressures.
US President Donald Trump announced that the United States would be leaving Iran "very soon," possibly within two to three weeks, while also stating that the US would not work to unblock the Strait of Hormuz. Concurrently, Iranian leader Masoud Pezeshkian expressed Iran's willingness to end the conflict if essential conditions are met. These mixed signals led to a rally in global stock markets, including the Nasdaq-100 and S&P 500, on hopes of de-escalation. However, crude oil prices for Brent Crude and West Texas Intermediate surged due to ongoing worries about the Strait of Hormuz's closure and its impact on global energy supplies. The United Arab Emirates is reportedly preparing to assist the United States in opening the Strait by force and is lobbying for a International — United Nations Security Council resolution to authorize such action. The economic impact of the conflict is worsening, with US gasoline prices topping $4 a gallon and European inflation spiking.
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