‘Keep oil, make money’: Trump says 'Americans won't understand' his Iran move
Hindustan Times • • nation
Key Points:
- US President Donald Trump expressed a desire to move into Iran and take control of its oil resources, stating that while he supports the war effort, many Republicans want the conflict to end and US troops to return home.
- Trump claimed that the US has already significantly weakened Iran in 34 days and warned that Iran would need 15 years to rebuild its capabilities if the US withdrew immediately.
- He emphasized the importance of preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons, labeling the Iranian leadership as "lunatics" unfit to possess such arms.
- Trump issued a stern ultimatum to Iran, demanding the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz by 8 PM ET Tuesday, threatening severe consequences if they fail to comply.
- A press conference is scheduled for Trump at 1 PM ET in the Oval Office, likely to address the ongoing conflict with Iran and recent developments including the rescue of two US airmen after Tehran downed US fighter jets.
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