Trump Optimistic About Wrapping Up Iran War, Says Things Will Turn Out ‘Fine and Dandy’ During Meeting With Ireland PM
President Donald Trump expressed optimism about the eventual end of the war with Iran during a meeting with Irish Prime Minister Micheál Martin in Dublin, saying he expected the situation to work out well and that energy prices could fall sharply once the conflict ends.
Trump's comments came as fighting and tensions continued across the region, with the war affecting oil markets, shipping routes, and security in the Middle East.
Trump Says the War Could End Soon
During his September 12 meeting with Martin, Trump was asked when the war with Iran would end. He said it would be “very soon after the midterms” and reiterated that Iran could not be allowed to obtain a nuclear weapon. He also predicted that oil prices would fall significantly when the conflict comes to an end. {"fallbackMarkdown":"(The American Presidency Project)","reference":{"matched_text":"","prefix":null,"start_idx":1252,"end_idx":1271,"safe_urls":["https://www.presidency.ucsb.edu/documents/pool-reports-september-12-2026","https://www.presidency.ucsb.edu/documents/pool-reports-september-12-2026?utm_source=chatgpt.com"],"refs":[],"alt":"(The American Presidency Project)","prompt_text":null,"type":"grouped_webpages","status":"done","error":null,"style":null,"fallback_items":null,"items":[{"title":"Pool Reports of September 12, 2026 | The American Presidency Project","url":"https://www.presidency.ucsb.edu/documents/pool-reports-september-12-2026?utm_source=chatgpt.com","attribution":"The American Presidency Project","pub_date":1789171200,"snippet":"","attribution_segments":null,"supporting_websites":[],"refs":[{"turn_index":0,"ref_type":"search","ref_index":5}],"hue":null,"attributions":null}]},"showLoginRequiredCard":false}
The comments reflected Trump's stated expectation that the conflict could eventually be brought to a close through an agreement that meets U.S. objectives. The following day, Trump again said he expected the war to end after the U.S. midterm elections. {"fallbackMarkdown":"(ABC News)","reference":{"matched_text":"","prefix":null,"start_idx":1526,"end_idx":1545,"safe_urls":["https://abcnews.com/International/live-updates/iran-live-updates-tehran-plans-new-restricted-zone?cid=social_twitter_abcn&entryId=136400516&id=136249116","https://abcnews.com/International/live-updates/iran-live-updates-tehran-plans-new-restricted-zone?cid=social_twitter_abcn&entryId=136400516&id=136249116&utm_source=chatgpt.com"],"refs":[],"alt":"(ABC News)","prompt_text":null,"type":"grouped_webpages","status":"done","error":null,"style":null,"fallback_items":null,"items":[{"title":"Trump blames global diesel shortages on Ukraine, says Tehran wants a deal - ABC News","url":"https://abcnews.com/International/live-updates/iran-live-updates-tehran-plans-new-restricted-zone?cid=social_twitter_abcn&entryId=136400516&id=136249116&utm_source=chatgpt.com","attribution":"ABC News","pub_date":1789257600,"snippet":"","attribution_segments":null,"supporting_websites":[],"refs":[{"turn_index":0,"ref_type":"search","ref_index":7}],"hue":null,"attributions":null}]},"showLoginRequiredCard":false}
“Fine and Dandy”
Trump also discussed a phone call with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, commonly known as MBS.
When asked about the conversation and what the United States would do next, Trump said he had spoken with the Saudi leader and described him as a friend. Trump then said that “everything’s going to work out fine and dandy” and that the situation would be “very good.” {"fallbackMarkdown":"(Rev)","reference":{"matched_text":"","prefix":null,"start_idx":1943,"end_idx":1975,"safe_urls":["https://abcnews.com/International/live-updates/iran-live-updates-tehran-plans-new-restricted-zone?cid=social_twitter_abcn&entryId=136400516&id=136249116","https://abcnews.com/International/live-updates/iran-live-updates-tehran-plans-new-restricted-zone?cid=social_twitter_abcn&entryId=136400516&id=136249116&utm_source=chatgpt.com","https://www.rev.com/transcripts/trump-meets-with-the-taoiseach-of-ireland","https://www.rev.com/transcripts/trump-meets-with-the-taoiseach-of-ireland?utm_source=chatgpt.com"],"refs":[],"alt":"(Rev)","prompt_text":null,"type":"grouped_webpages","status":"done","error":null,"style":null,"fallback_items":null,"items":[{"title":"Taoiseach of Ireland Donald Trump | Rev","url":"https://www.rev.com/transcripts/trump-meets-with-the-taoiseach-of-ireland?utm_source=chatgpt.com","attribution":"Rev","pub_date":1789344000,"snippet":"","attribution_segments":null,"supporting_websites":[{"title":"Trump blames global diesel shortages on Ukraine, says Tehran wants a deal - ABC News","url":"https://abcnews.com/International/live-updates/iran-live-updates-tehran-plans-new-restricted-zone?cid=social_twitter_abcn&entryId=136400516&id=136249116&utm_source=chatgpt.com","pub_date":null,"snippet":"","attribution":"ABC News"}],"refs":[{"turn_index":0,"ref_type":"search","ref_index":6},{"turn_index":0,"ref_type":"search","ref_index":7}],"hue":null,"attributions":null}]},"showLoginRequiredCard":false}
The remarks came shortly after an attack disrupted a major Saudi oil pipeline. Iraq's government said the attacks were launched from Iraqi territory and announced an investigation, while Saudi Arabia said it had temporarily shut the pipeline as a precaution. {"fallbackMarkdown":"(Fortune)","reference":{"matched_text":"","prefix":null,"start_idx":2236,"end_idx":2255,"safe_urls":["https://fortune.com/2026/09/12/after-saudi-pipeline-trump-houthis-iran-red-sea-shipping/","https://fortune.com/2026/09/12/after-saudi-pipeline-trump-houthis-iran-red-sea-shipping/?utm_source=chatgpt.com"],"refs":[],"alt":"(Fortune)","prompt_text":null,"type":"grouped_webpages","status":"done","error":null,"style":null,"fallback_items":null,"items":[{"title":"After attack on Saudi pipeline, Trump says 'everything’s going to work out fine and dandy' | Fortune","url":"https://fortune.com/2026/09/12/after-saudi-pipeline-trump-houthis-iran-red-sea-shipping/?utm_source=chatgpt.com","attribution":"Fortune","pub_date":1789171200,"snippet":"","attribution_segments":null,"supporting_websites":[],"refs":[{"turn_index":0,"ref_type":"search","ref_index":0}],"hue":null,"attributions":null}]},"showLoginRequiredCard":false}
Regional Tensions Continue
Despite Trump's optimistic comments, the broader conflict remained unresolved.
The fighting has affected the strategically important Strait of Hormuz, a major route for global energy shipments. Oil prices had risen above $100 per barrel amid concerns about disrupted supplies and shipping. {"fallbackMarkdown":"(Fortune)","reference":{"matched_text":"","prefix":null,"start_idx":2579,"end_idx":2598,"safe_urls":["https://fortune.com/2026/09/12/after-saudi-pipeline-trump-houthis-iran-red-sea-shipping/","https://fortune.com/2026/09/12/after-saudi-pipeline-trump-houthis-iran-red-sea-shipping/?utm_source=chatgpt.com"],"refs":[],"alt":"(Fortune)","prompt_text":null,"type":"grouped_webpages","status":"done","error":null,"style":null,"fallback_items":null,"items":[{"title":"After attack on Saudi pipeline, Trump says 'everything’s going to work out fine and dandy' | Fortune","url":"https://fortune.com/2026/09/12/after-saudi-pipeline-trump-houthis-iran-red-sea-shipping/?utm_source=chatgpt.com","attribution":"Fortune","pub_date":1789171200,"snippet":"","attribution_segments":null,"supporting_websites":[],"refs":[{"turn_index":0,"ref_type":"search","ref_index":0}],"hue":null,"attributions":null}]},"showLoginRequiredCard":false}
The conflict has also involved Iran-aligned groups in the region. Trump said his administration had held discussions with Yemen's Houthi movement and claimed the group did not want the United States involved. {"fallbackMarkdown":"(Fortune)","reference":{"matched_text":"","prefix":null,"start_idx":2809,"end_idx":2828,"safe_urls":["https://fortune.com/2026/09/12/after-saudi-pipeline-trump-houthis-iran-red-sea-shipping/","https://fortune.com/2026/09/12/after-saudi-pipeline-trump-houthis-iran-red-sea-shipping/?utm_source=chatgpt.com"],"refs":[],"alt":"(Fortune)","prompt_text":null,"type":"grouped_webpages","status":"done","error":null,"style":null,"fallback_items":null,"items":[{"title":"After attack on Saudi pipeline, Trump says 'everything’s going to work out fine and dandy' | Fortune","url":"https://fortune.com/2026/09/12/after-saudi-pipeline-trump-houthis-iran-red-sea-shipping/?utm_source=chatgpt.com","attribution":"Fortune","pub_date":1789171200,"snippet":"","attribution_segments":null,"supporting_websites":[],"refs":[{"turn_index":0,"ref_type":"search","ref_index":0}],"hue":null,"attributions":null}]},"showLoginRequiredCard":false}
Meanwhile, Iran and regional governments have continued diplomatic contacts. The UAE, for example, has maintained dialogue with Tehran despite the broader military escalation. {"fallbackMarkdown":"(Fortune)","reference":{"matched_text":"","prefix":null,"start_idx":3006,"end_idx":3025,"safe_urls":["https://fortune.com/2026/09/12/after-saudi-pipeline-trump-houthis-iran-red-sea-shipping/","https://fortune.com/2026/09/12/after-saudi-pipeline-trump-houthis-iran-red-sea-shipping/?utm_source=chatgpt.com"],"refs":[],"alt":"(Fortune)","prompt_text":null,"type":"grouped_webpages","status":"done","error":null,"style":null,"fallback_items":null,"items":[{"title":"After attack on Saudi pipeline, Trump says 'everything’s going to work out fine and dandy' | Fortune","url":"https://fortune.com/2026/09/12/after-saudi-pipeline-trump-houthis-iran-red-sea-shipping/?utm_source=chatgpt.com","attribution":"Fortune","pub_date":1789171200,"snippet":"","attribution_segments":null,"supporting_websites":[],"refs":[{"turn_index":0,"ref_type":"search","ref_index":0}],"hue":null,"attributions":null}]},"showLoginRequiredCard":false}
What the Comments Mean
Trump's statements indicate that he continues to anticipate an eventual end to the conflict, while emphasizing that any agreement must address U.S. concerns over Iran's nuclear capabilities.
However, optimism from a political leader does not itself establish that a peace agreement is imminent. The conflict remained active at the time of the remarks, and negotiations and regional security issues were still developing.
The situation also has consequences far beyond the battlefield. Energy prices, international shipping, and the security of major trade routes remain closely connected to developments involving Iran and its regional partners.
A Closely Watched Conflict
Trump's comments in Ireland offered a notably optimistic assessment of a conflict that has continued to create uncertainty throughout the region.
For now, the key questions are whether diplomatic efforts can produce an agreement, whether fighting will diminish, and how the United States, Iran, and other regional governments respond to the continuing security and economic pressures.
As Trump put it during his meeting with Martin, he believes the situation will ultimately work out well. Whether that expectation translates into a lasting end to the war will depend on developments in the negotiations and on the actions of the governments and groups involved.
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