US President Donald Trump has said that he delayed a planned visit to China as he needed to remain in Washington during the conflict with Iran. Trump said he had asked China to postpone the visit by about a month. He added he is looking forward to being with them as they have a very good relationship.

The President was scheduled to travel to China from March 28 to April 1. New dates have not been announced.

When asked if the war could be wrapped up this week, Trump said the war would end soon. Trump defended the operation, saying it was necessary despite his preference to avoid conflict. He argued that failing to act would have had far greater consequences. Trump also said the conflict had already reduced Iran’s military capability. Trump declined to discuss possible next steps in the military. When asked whether a ground force might be needed to secure remaining nuclear material, he replied why would he tell a thing like that.