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Trump: US will win Iran war 'peacefully or otherwise,' criticizes NATO

From Times of Oman · () English

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  • US President Donald Trump stated the US will win its conflict with Iran "peacefully or otherwise."
  • Trump claimed Iran's military has been "decimated" and its war machine is gone.
  • He asserted that US sanctions are "100% effective" and will lead to an oil glut.
  • Trump also expressed disappointment with NATO's response and support.

Washington DC: President Donald Trump has unequivocally stated that the United States will emerge victorious in its dealings with Iran, whether through peaceful means or otherwise. Speaking to reporters before his departure for China, Trump asserted that Iran's military capabilities have been severely degraded, claiming that "their Navy's gone, their Air Force is gone, every single element of their war machine is gone."

No, I don't think we need any help with Iran. We'll win it one way or the other. We'll win it peacefully or otherwise. Their Navy's gone, their Air Force is gone, every single element of their war machine is gone.

· Donald TrumpPresident Trump's remarks on the US position regarding Iran before departing for China.

Trump further emphasized the effectiveness of the US blockade against Iran, describing it as "100% effective" and predicting a subsequent surge in global oil supply. This strong stance comes amidst heightened tensions in the Middle East, with the US employing economic pressure as a primary tool against Tehran.

The blockade is very effective; it's been 100% effective. And one way or the other, it's going to work out very well. I think you're going to have so much oil, you're going to have a gusher of oil like you've never had before

· Donald TrumpTrump's assessment of the US sanctions' impact on Iran and the global oil market.

The President also voiced his dissatisfaction with the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), describing the alliance as "disappointing" and stating that it was not present when needed. This criticism underscores Trump's ongoing skepticism regarding the value and efficacy of traditional international alliances.

NATO was very disappointing to me. NATO was not there when we wanted them. We don't need NATO. But if we did need them, they just weren't there.

· Donald TrumpPresident Trump's criticism of NATO's perceived lack of support.

Meanwhile, NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg expressed confidence in the alliance's long-term future, despite acknowledging the current focus on the escalating crisis involving Iran. Stoltenberg noted that immediate tactical concerns revolve around maritime security and regional stability, particularly in vital trade corridors. While acknowledging geopolitical hurdles, he remains optimistic about the bloc's internal health and financial commitments from European allies and Canada.

When it comes to the more fundamental question of NATO's future, I'm extremely optimistic.

· Jens StoltenbergNATO Secretary General's optimistic outlook on the alliance's future despite current challenges.
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Originally published by Times of Oman in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized automatically by DistantNews, with a note on how the source frames the story. Not individually reviewed before publishing. How this works.

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