News World US News ‘Will not call it a war’: Trump signals pressure on Iran, repeats tariff claim on India and Pakistan Trump said he had played a role in resolving multiple global conflicts. 2 min read May 1, 2026 11:57 AM IST First published on: May 1, 2026 at 11:14 AM IST US Iran tensions: President Donald Trump speaks in the Oval Office of the White House. (Photo: AP) US military campaign Iran: US President Donald Trump said he would not describe the current US military campaign against Iran as a “war”, while asserting that Tehran is under heavy pressure to reach a deal. Speaking to reporters at the White House, Trump said Iran’s military capabilities had been significantly weakened. “I will not call it a war,” he said. “Iran is dying to make a deal… their Navy is gone, their Air Force is gone, and practically every ounce of equipment is gone.” He also claimed that Iran’s drone manufacturing capacity had been reduced and that its nuclear programme had been “obliterated”.…