Fuel prices’ relief in sight as U.S plans Iran Exit – Trump
U.S. President, Donald Trump, has declared that global fuel prices could begin to drop once American forces withdraw from Iran, assuring that such a move may happen “very soon.”
Trump disclosed that ongoing U.S. military operations in Iran could wind down within the next two to three weeks, as Washington sustains diplomatic engagements alongside continued air strikes.
He made this known while speaking at a White House event on Tuesday.
The U.S. leader linked the surge in fuel prices to the conflict, which began on February 28, insisting that ending American involvement remains the most critical step toward stabilising energy costs globally.
According to him, a prompt withdrawal would ease pressure on oil supply chains and bring relief to consumers.
“The only thing we have to do is leave Iran, and we’ll be doing that very soon,” Trump stated, expressing confidence that the situation in Iran would deteriorate rapidly after U.S. forces exit.
He further explained that American troops are close to achieving their mission objectives, noting that operations could be concluded within two weeks, or slightly longer if necessary.
Trump emphasised that the withdrawal decision would not hinge on reaching a diplomatic agreement with Tehran.
The crisis has reportedly escalated with Iran’s move to shut down the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global oil transit corridor.
The disruption has significantly affected tanker movements and heightened concerns over fuel supply worldwide.
Trump reiterated that the primary goal of the United States is to prevent Iran from developing nuclear weapons, adding that once its capabilities are sufficiently weakened, American forces would pull out irrespective of any formal deal.
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The president also took a swipe at allied nations that declined U.S. requests to assist in securing shipping routes through the Strait of Hormuz.
He argued that countries heavily dependent on Middle Eastern oil should take greater responsibility for safeguarding their own energy supplies.
Addressing nations grappling with fuel shortages, Trump bluntly advised them to “go get your own oil,” maintaining that the United States had borne the brunt of the conflict and would no longer guarantee protection for global tanker routes.
