Trump says Iran conflict "getting more and more serious" as days go by

President Donald Trump expressed growing concern about the conflict with Iran, describing the situation as escalating daily, during a press appearance on Friday. The war, which began in late February alongside Israel, has stretched into its fifth month with no resolution, causing frustration for Trump as U.S. casualties have mounted and energy prices have surged, threatening Republican prospects in November’s midterm elections. Trump’s ceasefire collapsed, and he has since rejected renewed negotiations, instead ordering sustained airstrikes that have continued for 13 consecutive nights. The White House insists Iran must negotiate meaningfully to end the strikes, while analysts warn of prolonged escalation with no clear exit for the president.