#TrumpSaysIranWarWillEndVerySoon

Washington — President Trump said he expects the war in Iran to end "very soon," but also called it "the beginning of building a new country," as the administration offers different characterizations for how long the operation will last.

He also warned that Iran could pay an "incalculable" price if its military disrupts oil tankers, as oil importers grapple with higher prices since the war began.

Speaking to reporters at his Miami-area golf club in his first formal news conference since the U.S. and Israel began strikes on Iran, the president said he doesn't expect the war to end next week, but "soon."

"We're very proud to be involved in this and it's going to be ended soon," he said. "And if it starts up again, … they'll be hit even harder."

Mr. Trump said the U.S. is achieving "major strides toward completing our military objective."