United News of Bangladesh

US President Donald Trump has suggested that the ongoing conflict with Iran could end “pretty quickly,” while also stressing that the United States is seeking an “ultimate victory.”   Speaking to CBS News, the BBC’s US media partner, Trump said the US military campaign is “ahead of schedule.” He indicated that the conflict may be nearing its conclusion, noting that the war is “very complete, pretty much.” However, he also acknowledged that the US has “not won enough yet,” signalling that operations could continue to secure a decisive outcome.   Meanwhile, Israel said it had carried out a second wave of airstrikes on Tehran on Monday as tensions in the region escalated further.   Several countries in the region reported intercepting Iranian missiles. Turkey, the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait and Qatar said their defence systems had successfully intercepted projectiles, while Israeli authorities said additional attacks had been detected.   The conflict is also raising concerns about its global economic impact. UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves warned that the war in the Middle East could place “upward pressure on inflation,” following discussions at a meeting of G7 finance ministers.   Oil markets reacted sharply to the escalating tensions, with the global benchmark crude price rising above $100 a barrel on Monday for the first time since 2022.   In a separate development, UK Defence Secretary John Healey said a drone that struck a British military base in Cyprus last week likely originated from either Lebanon or Iraq, highlighting the widening security risks linked to the conflict.