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

NPR | By Greg Myre,

Scott Simon

Published April 4, 2026 at 5:42 AM MDT

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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Greg Myre

Greg Myre is a national security correspondent with a focus on counter-terrorism.

Scott Simon

Scott Simon is the host of Weekend Edition Saturday and is one of the hosts of NPR's morning news podcast Up First.

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