U.S. President Donald Trump is facing mounting political pressure to end the ongoing war with Iran, which has become a major burden for the White House, according to a Reuters report published Tuesday. Intelligence agencies are assessing how Iran might respond if Trump unilaterally declares victory after two months of conflict that has already claimed thousands of lives and turned into a political liability for his administration.

Senior officials have asked intelligence agencies to evaluate possible outcomes of a U.S. troop withdrawal from the conflict. Advisers have warned that continuing the war could severely damage Republican prospects in the upcoming November midterm elections. Sources told Reuters that intelligence assessments following the initial February offensive suggest Iran would likely interpret a U.S. withdrawal after a victory declaration as its own success.

The report also noted that if Trump declares victory but maintains a significant troop presence in the region, Iran may view it as part of a strategic negotiation process, though such a move would not guarantee an end to the war.