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Donald Trump has issued a strong warning as the world watches closely for Iran’s reaction to recent U.S. military action.
Over the weekend, the U.S. Air Force and Navy carried out airstrikes on three major nuclear sites in Iran—Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan—as tensions between Iran and Israel continue to rise. Trump, speaking on his social media platform Truth Social, called the mission a “very successful attack” and claimed that Iran’s key nuclear enrichment facilities had been “completely and totally obliterated.”
Iran’s foreign minister, Seyed Abbas Araghchi, condemned the attack, calling it “extremely dangerous, lawless, and criminal,” and warned that the United States would face long-lasting consequences.
Now, global attention is turning to what Iran might do next. One of the biggest concerns is the possibility that Iran could try to block or disrupt the Strait of Hormuz—a narrow waterway that’s crucial to the global oil trade. About 20% of the world’s oil passes through that strait, and any disruption could seriously affect fuel prices and international shipping.
On Monday, June 23, Trump took to Truth Social again with a clear message to global markets and oil producers: “EVERYONE, KEEP OIL PRICES DOWN. I’M WATCHING! YOU’RE PLAYING RIGHT INTO THE HANDS OF THE ENEMY. DON’T DO IT!” His statement appears to be a warning not just to foreign governments, but also to oil traders and companies who might use the crisis to raise prices.
So far, the market response has been cautious. U.S. oil prices have only gone up slightly, as investors wait to see what Iran does next. Still, oil is currently more expensive than it has been since January, with gas prices averaging about $3.30 per gallon. While that’s not extreme, it’s enough to make people pay attention.
Financial experts and market analysts say this situation has injected even more uncertainty into global markets. Earlier this year, Trump’s tariff announcements had already made investors uneasy, although many of those tariff increases were later paused. Now, with rising tensions in the Middle East and the risk of oil supply disruptions, investors are bracing for more instability.
Ole Hansen, a strategist at Saxo Bank, told Reuters that everyone is watching the Strait of Hormuz, and even the *threat* of disruption could slow down shipments and raise prices. Some experts believe oil and gas prices could rise in the short term, even if Iran doesn’t fully block the strait.
In a national address, Trump doubled down on his message, saying the U.S. strikes were aimed at completely destroying Iran’s ability to produce nuclear weapons. He called Iran the “bully of the Middle East” and said the military operation was a major success. He added that Iran must now choose peace—or face even more powerful attacks in the future.
With the region on edge and oil markets holding their breath, Trump’s bold statements and Iran’s next move could shape global politics and the economy in the days to come.
