According to Trump, "the war in Iran is going along swimmingly. We can do whatever we want" and he assured that it could end in a short period, conveying confidence in the situation's development.
Furthermore, the president described the war as "perfect", highlighting the strength and capability of the U.S. military. These statements come at a delicate moment, as he faces increasing internal political pressure to end the conflict and redirect his strategy towards key issues for his party ahead of the November elections.
The trip to Las Vegas, unusual within his agenda, reflects the intention to reinforce his political message amid a complex international scenario. Before leaving the White House, Trump also downplayed the economic impact of the conflict, stating that gasoline prices are not as high as expected despite the war with Iran.