Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 02:29am on 07 Apr 2026,Tuesday International
Amid escalating tensions, Donald Trump said he would prefer to “keep the oil” from Iran and profit from it, but acknowledged Americans may not support such a move. Speaking during ongoing conflict discussions, he framed his stance as driven by business logic while noting domestic pressure to end the war. His remarks come as negotiations continue over reopening the Strait of Hormuz and amid rising global oil concerns. The statement highlights tensions between strategic, economic, and political considerations, as the US balances military objectives, public opinion, and energy market implications.
