Trump claims Iran war is ending soon despite stalled peace talks, while U.S. blockade of Iranian ports triggers energy crisis costing 13 million barrels daily. Pakistan mediates as VP Vance tells Pope to avoid theology discussions, straining Trump's relationship with Catholic voters amid 40% oil price surge. Trump has repeatedly declared victory in the Iran war since March, using vague language that allows him to shift objectives without accountability for broken promises. The U.S. blockade of Iranian ports combined with Iran's Strait of Hormuz closure has created the biggest energy crisis in history, reducing global oil supply by 13 million barrels daily and increasing prices 40%.