U.S. President Donald Trump said on May 7 the Iran-Israel war will end quickly as Washington pursues a deal to resolve the standoff over the Strait of Hormuz and Iran’s nuclear program. He left open the possibility of military strikes if talks fail.

Speaking at a tele-rally for Georgia Republican Governor candidate Burt Jones, Trump said the United States cannot allow Iran to possess a nuclear weapon. He asserted that the operation has broad understanding even as hostilities persist between Iran and Israel.

The United States and Israel have conducted strikes on Iranian and Iran-linked targets, escalating a conflict centered on nuclear ambitions and regional chokepoints. Trump framed the military pressure as necessary to force a resolution.

The White House will continue diplomatic outreach while keeping military options available, according to U.S. officials. Talks aimed at halting Iran’s nuclear work and securing the Strait of Hormuz are expected to intensify in the coming days.