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How does Trump intend to bring the war with Iran to an end?

NPR | By Greg Myre,

Scott Simon

Published April 4, 2026 at 7:42 AM EDT

Two U.S. planes went down in the war in Iran on Friday, even as President Trump said the conflict will end soon.

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