President Donald Trump says the United States could ultimately stay engaged in Iran and “keep the oil,” drawing a comparison to a U.S. arrangement tied to Venezuela’s oil. He says the plan would be conditional, adding that the U.S. expects to “get out” unless it chooses the alternative approach.
Trump makes the comments during statements while he travels in Ireland for meetings and the Irish Open. He also reiterates that he expects the Iran-related conflict to end this year, and he links the outcome to potential lower fuel prices. He says gasoline prices would “drop like a rock” once the war ends. Trump further says oil markets are affected by instability in the Middle East, including recent disruptions tied to a Saudi oil pipeline attack.
Outlets describe Trump’s proposal as an extension of his broader negotiation stance, emphasizing that he would only pursue a deal he considers “right” and not one he views as harmful. The Economic Times notes he claims Iran is constantly calling for peace talks, which Tehran has previously dismissed, while the Jerusalem Post focuses on the Venezuela comparison.
