Trump Warns Houthis Over Oil and Iran, Addresses Israel Elections
US President Donald Trump issued a stern warning to the Houthis over oil prices, criticized Iran's economy, and addressed international diplomacy, including the conflict in Ukraine and upcoming Israeli elections.
Trump Warns Houthis Over Oil Prices and Iran Ties
US President Donald Trump delivered a sharp warning to the Houthis during remarks at the White House and in a subsequent post on TRUTH Social. Trump asserted that the group has resumed attacks on Saudi Arabia at the behest of Iran to drive up global oil prices.
The Houthis are behaving very badly. I thought they learned their lesson a year ago when we bombed the HELL out of them... I'll be there after the elections, and I will never forget!
Trump described Iran as a failing nation with an inflation rate of 301 percent, lacking a modern navy or air force. He also remarked that the United States maintains control over the Strait of Hormuz and indicated that a decisive policy decision regarding Iran will be made in the near future.
Remarks on Israeli Elections and Ukraine
When asked by reporters regarding the upcoming Israeli elections and whether he plans to endorse a specific candidate, Trump stated that he has not yet focused on the matter, while cryptically hinting that he might take action soon.
Addressing the ongoing war in Ukraine, Trump firmly denied reports that Washington had ceased intelligence-sharing with Kiev. He stated that both sides are seeking a resolution to the conflict and emphasized that the United States intends to lead them toward a diplomatic conclusion.