Trump's Iran Stance
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US President Donald Trump expresses confidence in ending the war with Iran, predicting lower oil prices, while Tehran promises 'surprises' for future attacks. The US Senate advances a resolution to halt the war, and oil prices dip amid Trump's conflicting comments.
Trump says he will ‘remember’ South Korea’s refusal to help in Iran war, hinting at pressure
President Donald Trump has again highlighted South Korea’s refusal to support the U.S. military campaign against Iran, saying, “I think you have to remember that stuff.” The remark suggested that Washington could seek concessions from Seoul in trade or defense spending. In a Fox News interview, Trump said the United States had received little help from other countries while clearing mines in the S…
Middle East war: Iran promises to immediately resume commitments if Washington returns to June deal
Iran is offering an immediate return to its commitments if Washington comes back to the June agreement, as the conflict between the two countries continues to dominate the regional picture. The accomp…
Report: Trump Weighs Limited Strikes on Iran to Protect Shipping in Strait of Hormuz
The Trump administration is weighing a plan for limited strikes against Iran in the Strait of Hormuz, according to three U.S. officials cited by Axios. The proposed operations would target radar and m…
Trump claims Iran has '300% inflation', calls it a 'failed nation'
Donald Trump called Iran a “failed nation” and claimed the country has 300% inflation. The remarks appeared in a Khaleej Times live update published on September 1, 2026.
Oil extends gains and stocks fall as Trump issues fresh Iran warning
Oil prices climbed again on Tuesday as markets absorbed a new exchange of fire between the United States and Iran, along with Donald Trump’s warning that Washington would respond forcefully. The lates…
Trump vows to strike Iran hard after first direct fire exchange in a month
The United States and Iran have exchanged direct fire for the first time in a month, abruptly pulling a conflict focused on sanctions and economic pressure back toward military confrontation. Iran lau…
Trump threatens Iran with force as renewed US-Iran fighting sends oil prices higher
Oil prices climbed more than 2.5% on Aug. 31 as renewed military action between the United States and Iran revived fears that global supplies could be disrupted. Brent crude futures rose $2.39, or 2.7…
US plans weekly sanctions against Iran
Washington is preparing a potentially regular campaign of sanctions against Iran as tensions in and around the Strait of Hormuz rise again. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the United States coul…
U.S. and Iran exchange strikes for first time in weeks amid Strait of Hormuz tensions
The Middle East moved back into a state of heightened tension after the United States and Iran exchanged fire for the first time in more than a month. The confrontation involved missile launches and p…
Axios: Trump weighs limited strikes on Iran near the Strait of Hormuz
The possibility of limited U.S. strikes near the Strait of Hormuz is back under consideration after a new exchange of fire with Iran, according to three U.S. officials cited by Axios. The proposed ope…
Trump dismisses question about using nuclear weapons against Iran as “stupid”
Donald Trump rejected the possibility of using a nuclear weapon against Iran after a reporter asked whether he had ruled out such an attack. “They’re totally defeated militarily, so I defeat them, and…
Trump to meet oil refiners amid Iran war and Venezuela oil deal
Donald Trump is turning to U.S. oil refiners as gasoline prices come under pressure from the war with Iran and the uncertain status of the Strait of Hormuz, a route linked to one-fifth of global oil p…
U.S. considers further strikes to block Iran’s missile rebuilding
The Trump administration is considering periodic strikes around the Strait of Hormuz as Iran rebuilds military capabilities there, Axios reported, citing three U.S. officials. The options under review…
Trump Threatens to Strike Iran Hard After US-Iran Hostilities Resume
The United States and Iran have exchanged fire again after a month of relative calm, bringing the conflict back to the strategic Strait of Hormuz. US forces said they struck two Iranian rocket launche…
Trump Considers Repeated ‘Lawn Mower’ Strikes to Contain Iran in Strait of Hormuz
The Trump administration is considering a strategy of repeatedly striking Iran's military capabilities in the Strait of Hormuz whenever they are rebuilt, a plan one U.S. official compared to mowing gr…