Iran holds military show while Trump declares war 'effectively over'

In Tehran, Iranians are publicly displaying missiles and drones amid fears that strikes could resume if ongoing mediation efforts fail.

Meanwhile, US President Trump remarks that the war with Iran, now in its 9th month, is "effectively over" but their troops remain "locked and loaded."

Iranian missiles, many of which have reportedly been used against US bases, Israel and regional states, were exhibited alongside unmanned aerial vehicles, satellite launch vehicles and air defence systems in the capital city from 5pm on Monday through November 14th.

The weapons included Emad missile with a reported range of up to 1,700 kilometres, the Khorramshahr ballistic missiles that has a range of up to 2,000 kilometres, as well as Sevvom Khordad missile.

Also on display were US drones that the Iranian troops seized or shot down during the recent wars.

The country's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei has directed the military to respond to any attack with "no geographical restrictions," an order that prompted the Revolutionary Guards to claim a lift in self-imposed limit of 2,000 kilometres on ballistic missile range.

The move suggests Tehran may seek to develop its arsenals capable of reaching more distant targets including the US allies in Europe.

Meanwhile in Washington, US President Donald Trump made a surprise visit to the White House briefing room after he wrapped up a meeting with Qatar's prime minister earlier in the day.

Trump stated much was discussed with respect to Iran and that Gulf countries such as Qatar, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and Kuwait would prefer things not to escalate.

"And Iran, militarily, is effectively over. We're just keeping at the status quo, and we're doing that, really, at the behest of countries that are their neighbours. But it's a failing country. It's got 301% inflation. It's got problems like you don't want to even think about," he said.

Trump said the US military action is not necessary at this point but the blockade, a new aircraft carrier "loaded up to the gills" and Operation Iron Gate maintain pressure by land and sea.

"So it's a nasty place, but we think that it's in pretty good shape. We'll see what happens. I don't guarantee anything. But if we do have to go back in, we are locked and loaded and ready to go."