Former U.S. President Donald Trump claimed Iran is in a “state of collapse” and expressed a desire to open the Strait of Hormuz, a critical oil transit route, amid escalating regional tensions, The Jerusalem Post reports.
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The U.S. has eased certain sanctions on Russian oil, aiming to ease global supply constraints. However, crude prices remain high amid ongoing geopolitical tensions and market uncertainties.
Trump’s new security strategy criticizes European allies while emphasizing U.S. dominance in the Western Hemisphere, highlighting a shift toward unilateralism and regional authority, reports the Las Vegas Review-Journal.
The U.S. is preparing for a possible Iranian retaliation following overnight strikes targeting Iran’s nuclear sites, escalating tensions in the region. Officials remain on high alert amid growing uncertainty.