Trump Says U.S. Will Be Out of Iran Within Two to Three Weeks

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by Tyler Pager and Edward Wong
April 1, 2026
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Trump says the U.S. will withdraw from Iran within two to three weeks.

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President Trump said the United States will withdraw from Iran within two to three weeks, according to statements from the White House. The president is scheduled to address the nation Wednesday evening to elaborate on the announcement. The timeline suggests a significant shift in U.S. policy toward Iran, though the specific details of what withdrawal entails remain unclear from the available information. Trump's Iran policy has been a centerpiece of his administration's foreign agenda since taking office in January 2025. The announcement comes amid broader tensions in the Middle East and will likely face scrutiny from lawmakers and regional allies regarding its strategic implications.

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The White House said the president would address the nation about Iran on Wednesday evening.

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