Amid ongoing U.S. military operations against Iran—including airstrikes, a naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, and retaliatory actions since late February—traders price a mere 1% chance of President Trump issuing an explicit public declaration of war by April 30, reflecting his consistent avoidance of such formal language in favor of terms like "military campaign" and threats of escalation. A two-week ceasefire agreed April 8 expired without renewal, followed by stalled diplomatic talks, fresh Iranian proposals rejected by Trump, and his recent urging for Tehran to "give up" amid surging oil prices. Congressional debates over war powers continue, with the House rejecting limits on April 17, but no momentum for formal authorization; a May 1 deadline looms as a potential catalyst for further de-escalation or intensified strikes.
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Will Trump declare war on Iran by...?
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This market will resolve to "Yes" if President Donald Trump or an official representative of his administration (such as the White House Press Secretary, National Security Advisor, or Secretary of Defense) issues a formal public statement declaring that the United States is at war with Iran by the specified date (ET). Otherwise, this market will resolve to "No".
The statement must clearly and explicitly use language equivalent to a declaration of war—for example, stating that "the United States is now at war with Iran" or "we are declaring war on Iran."
General statements about military action, retaliation, force, or operations will not qualify unless they include an unambiguous declaration of war.
Executive orders or official memoranda may qualify only if they contain clear language declaring war.
The primary resolution source will be official government communications, including White House press releases, presidential speeches, or public statements by senior administration officials; however, a consensus of credible reporting may also be used.Amid ongoing U.S. military operations against Iran—including airstrikes, a naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, and retaliatory actions since late February—traders price a mere 1% chance of President Trump issuing an explicit public declaration of war by April 30, reflecting his consistent avoidance of such formal language in favor of terms like "military campaign" and threats of escalation. A two-week ceasefire agreed April 8 expired without renewal, followed by stalled diplomatic talks, fresh Iranian proposals rejected by Trump, and his recent urging for Tehran to "give up" amid surging oil prices. Congressional debates over war powers continue, with the House rejecting limits on April 17, but no momentum for formal authorization; a May 1 deadline looms as a potential catalyst for further de-escalation or intensified strikes.
This market will resolve to "Yes" if President Donald Trump or an official representative of his administration (such as the White House Press Secretary, National Security Advisor, or Secretary of Defense) issues a formal public statement declaring that the United States is at war with Iran by the specified date (ET). Otherwise, this market will resolve to "No".
The statement must clearly and explicitly use language equivalent to a declaration of war—for example, stating that "the United States is now at war with Iran" or "we are declaring war on Iran."
General statements about military action, retaliation, force, or operations will not qualify unless they include an unambiguous declaration of war.
Executive orders or official memoranda may qualify only if they contain clear language declaring war.
The primary resolution source will be official government communications, including White House press releases, presidential speeches, or public statements by senior administration officials; however, a consensus of credible reporting may also be used.
The statement must clearly and explicitly use language equivalent to a declaration of war—for example, stating that "the United States is now at war with Iran" or "we are declaring war on Iran."
General statements about military action, retaliation, force, or operations will not qualify unless they include an unambiguous declaration of war.
Executive orders or official memoranda may qualify only if they contain clear language declaring war.
The primary resolution source will be official government communications, including White House press releases, presidential speeches, or public statements by senior administration officials; however, a consensus of credible reporting may also be used.
Market Opened: Mar 24, 2026, 3:18 PM ET
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$1,150,739End Date
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0x65070BE91...This market will resolve to "Yes" if President Donald Trump or an official representative of his administration (such as the White House Press Secretary, National Security Advisor, or Secretary of Defense) issues a formal public statement declaring that the United States is at war with Iran by the specified date (ET). Otherwise, this market will resolve to "No".
The statement must clearly and explicitly use language equivalent to a declaration of war—for example, stating that "the United States is now at war with Iran" or "we are declaring war on Iran."
General statements about military action, retaliation, force, or operations will not qualify unless they include an unambiguous declaration of war.
Executive orders or official memoranda may qualify only if they contain clear language declaring war.
The primary resolution source will be official government communications, including White House press releases, presidential speeches, or public statements by senior administration officials; however, a consensus of credible reporting may also be used.Amid ongoing U.S. military operations against Iran—including airstrikes, a naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, and retaliatory actions since late February—traders price a mere 1% chance of President Trump issuing an explicit public declaration of war by April 30, reflecting his consistent avoidance of such formal language in favor of terms like "military campaign" and threats of escalation. A two-week ceasefire agreed April 8 expired without renewal, followed by stalled diplomatic talks, fresh Iranian proposals rejected by Trump, and his recent urging for Tehran to "give up" amid surging oil prices. Congressional debates over war powers continue, with the House rejecting limits on April 17, but no momentum for formal authorization; a May 1 deadline looms as a potential catalyst for further de-escalation or intensified strikes.
This market will resolve to "Yes" if President Donald Trump or an official representative of his administration (such as the White House Press Secretary, National Security Advisor, or Secretary of Defense) issues a formal public statement declaring that the United States is at war with Iran by the specified date (ET). Otherwise, this market will resolve to "No".
The statement must clearly and explicitly use language equivalent to a declaration of war—for example, stating that "the United States is now at war with Iran" or "we are declaring war on Iran."
General statements about military action, retaliation, force, or operations will not qualify unless they include an unambiguous declaration of war.
Executive orders or official memoranda may qualify only if they contain clear language declaring war.
The primary resolution source will be official government communications, including White House press releases, presidential speeches, or public statements by senior administration officials; however, a consensus of credible reporting may also be used.
The statement must clearly and explicitly use language equivalent to a declaration of war—for example, stating that "the United States is now at war with Iran" or "we are declaring war on Iran."
General statements about military action, retaliation, force, or operations will not qualify unless they include an unambiguous declaration of war.
Executive orders or official memoranda may qualify only if they contain clear language declaring war.
The primary resolution source will be official government communications, including White House press releases, presidential speeches, or public statements by senior administration officials; however, a consensus of credible reporting may also be used.
Volume
$1,150,739End Date
Mar 31, 2026Market Opened
Mar 24, 2026, 3:18 PM ETResolver
0x65070BE91...Amid ongoing U.S. military operations against Iran—including airstrikes, a naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, and retaliatory actions since late February—traders price a mere 1% chance of President Trump issuing an explicit public declaration of war by April 30, reflecting his consistent avoidance of such formal language in favor of terms like "military campaign" and threats of escalation. A two-week ceasefire agreed April 8 expired without renewal, followed by stalled diplomatic talks, fresh Iranian proposals rejected by Trump, and his recent urging for Tehran to "give up" amid surging oil prices. Congressional debates over war powers continue, with the House rejecting limits on April 17, but no momentum for formal authorization; a May 1 deadline looms as a potential catalyst for further de-escalation or intensified strikes.
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