The White House has confirmed that U.S. President Donald Trump will dictate the timeline for the ongoing conflict with Iran, indicating that there is no set end date for the war. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt stated that decisions will be made according to U.S. interests and that Trump will act when it aligns with the best interests of the United States and its citizens. Despite a fragile ceasefire, the U.S. continues to enforce a naval blockade on Iranian ports, which began shortly after hostilities commenced. Leavitt highlighted that the administration is taking a dual approach—halting direct military strikes while maintaining economic pressure through the blockade, which is reportedly causing financial strain on Iran. She also noted that internal divisions within Iran's leadership could impact negotiations. Ongoing diplomatic efforts include indirect talks facilitated by regional mediators such as Qatar and Oman, as Washington seeks concessions from Tehran while keeping military options available.