The White House claims the war will end when Trump deems his objectives achieved and Iran surrenders.

White House Press Secretary Janet Levitt stated that U.S. military action against Iran "will lead to lower natural gas prices in the long run." "The recent rise in oil and gas prices for the American people is temporary, and in the long run, this action will lead to lower natural gas prices," Levitt said. She added that Trump and his energy team "are closely monitoring the markets, speaking with industry leaders, and the U.S. military is continuing to keep the Strait of Hormuz open and developing further plans, as directed by the President." When asked about the timeline for action against Iran, Levitt stated that military action against Iran will end when Trump determines that objectives have been achieved and Iran has surrendered unconditionally. "Ultimately, when the Commander-in-Chief (Trump) determines that military objectives have been achieved, fully accomplished, and Iran is in a state of complete and unconditional surrender, whether they acknowledge it or not, military action will end," Levitt said.