Trump claims the US is taking Iranian oil and preventing its flow through Hormuz to curb nuclear development.
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Trump claims the US is taking Iranian oil and preventing its flow through Hormuz to curb nuclear development.
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Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- Trump speaks to Fox News about Iran, where he threatens military action and the US plans to take control of Kharg Island and Iranian oil markets.Sub-event
- The UN predicts economic contraction due to war, impacting a capital city that has already sustained a $347 billion loss.Sub-event
Trump claims US is taking Iranian oil to curb nuclear development, while Sykes questioned oil policy.1 source
Trump connects energy prices to curbing Iran's nuclear program, amid inflation debate.1 source
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Donald Trump
American businessman and politician (born 1946), President of the United States (2017–2021; since 2025)
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