Washington, Aug. 9 -- US President Donald Trump appears to be seeking an exit route from the military confrontation with Iran, as the ongoing conflict proves increasingly complex to resolve, according to a report by The Wall Street Journal.

The report indicates that the US administration may be prepared to set aside the nuclear issue and declare victory if Tehran fully reopens the Strait of Hormuz.

According to The Wall Street Journal, Trump has spent weeks preparing the groundwork for this outcome and has privately informed senior aides that he could withdraw without securing a formal nuclear agreement with Tehran.

However, finding a face-saving resolution has become increasingly difficult following a sweeping set of demands presented...