Trump Warns Iran War Could Be Brief, Offers Competing Visions

President Trump has warned that a potential war with Iran could be over 'in a very short period of time,' while also outlining his vision for a new Iranian regime that he says would be better for the Iranian people. In a series of remarks, the president seemed to offer competing perspectives on the prospect of escalated tensions with Tehran.

Speaking to reporters on Sunday, Trump suggested that a military conflict with Iran would be brief, saying: 'This is not a war of attrition. This is a war that will go on for a period of time. And I cannot tell you how long it's going to last.'

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At the same time, the president expressed openness to a new Iranian government that would be more aligned with U.S. interests. 'I'm not looking to hurt Iran at all. I'm looking to have Iran say,