Iran's joint military commander warned that trade in the Gulf region would cease unless the United States lifts its blockade on Iranian ports. Meanwhile, former U.S. President Donald Trump suggested that the conflict in Iran was nearing its end.

The leader of Iran’s joint military command threatened Wednesday to halt trade in the Gulf region if the US does not lift its blockade of Iranian ports. Even so, US President Donald Trump said the war in Iran was “very close to over” in an interview that aired Wednesday. Follow our liveblog for the latest updates.