https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/by-pursuing-a-big-win-in-iran-trump-is-destined-to-loseContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/by-pursuing-a-big-win-in-iran-trump-is-destined-to-losehttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/by-pursuing-a-big-win-in-iran-trump-is-destined-to-lose#u136100Mon, 19 Oct 2026 14:05:23 +0000President Donald Trump claims the United States is very close to victory against Iran, outlining five key goals and revealing a surprise exit strategy as the conflict burns through nearly $2 billion a day. Despite total U.S. and Israeli air dominance over Iran, allied forces have not forced the nation to surrender, leaving the military campaign locked in a stubborn stalemate. Commentators suggest the conflict will likely conclude via a minimalistic ceasefire that opens a path to a broader diplomatic deal, even as fresh military signals point to possible escalation.Why it mattersThe United Stat