Key PointsIn Fox News interview, Trump defended initiating the Iran conflict and expressed willingness to make the same decisionPresident forecasts conflict will conclude “immediately” following November’s midterm voteBrent crude reached the $100 per barrel threshold Wednesday, first time since JulyAmerican military destroyed five Iranian oil vessels; Tehran reports attacking two American destroyersGOP faces potential Congressional losses amid public frustration over energy prices and inflationIn a Fox News interview, Trump defended his decision to initiate military operations against Iran, stating he would “do exactly as I did” under similar circumstances. His remarks were made while traveling to Texas for the Republican Party’s initial midterm convention. Trump says he'd launch the Iran war again exactly as he did…He told Laura Ingraham he doesn't believe in the word regret, that you can always question yourself a little, and that if he had it to do again he would do exactly as he did.He dismissed the idea that his own… pic.twitter.com/zgSU8c0AYu— Mario Nawfal (@MarioNawfal) September 11, 2026The military operation, which commenced in February through coordinated US and Israeli strikes against Iran, has now entered its seventh month. Initial presidential projections suggested the campaign would span only several weeks.Addressing media representatives, Trump forecasted the hostilities would cease “immediately after the election” scheduled for November, contending that Iranian leadership “can’t hold out any longer.” He additionally projected that petroleum prices would “tumble downward” following the midterm vote.The ongoing conflict has driven energy costs significantly upward. Brent crude reached $100 per barrel Wednesday, marking the first instance since July. American diesel costs similarly achieved record highs this week.Elevated energy expenses have triggered widespread price increases for consumer goods nationwide. Economic experts warn the mounting costs may force additional interest rate adjustments.Trump conceded that segments of his political base have expressed dissatisfaction. During the convention, he recalled: “Guys come up to me and say, ‘I wish you didn’t do the war in Iran. Now gasoline is up.'” He offered no indication of concern regarding this feedback.The fundamental American stance maintains that Iran must be prevented from acquiring nuclear weapons capability. Tehran has consistently rejected accusations of pursuing nuclear armaments and characterizes its program as civilian in nature.Regional Military Actions IntensifyCombat operations have grown more intense in recent days. Tuesday saw American forces eliminate five petroleum vessels connected to Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps in the Gulf of Oman.The IRGC claimed its forces struck two American naval destroyers and eight petroleum tankers in the Strait of Hormuz. US Central Command rejected assertions that its vessels sustained damage.Iranian forces additionally deployed ballistic missiles targeting an American air installation in Jordan. Jordanian defense systems intercepted 20 incoming missiles, though CBS News sources confirmed damage to multiple US aircraft, including one A-10 and approximately eight F-15 fighters.Wednesday evening brought reports of explosions across southern Iran. Iranian authorities attributed the sounds to maritime activity and dismissed speculation of American military strikes.Growing Political ChallengesTrump’s public approval numbers have declined as the military campaign continues. Pressure from Republican Party members to expedite the conflict’s resolution has intensified.The GOP confronts potential loss of Congressional control in the November 3 midterm elections. Historical patterns demonstrate the president’s party typically surrenders seats during midterm voting cycles.The post Trump Projects Iran Conflict to Conclude Following November Elections as Crude Reaches $100 appeared first on Blockonomi.