Trump predicts sharp drop in oil prices following victory in Iran war

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Donald Trump has asserted that oil and gasoline prices will drop sharply once the United States achieves victory in its ongoing conflict with Iran. In posts on Truth Social, Trump predicted that gasoline prices would fall to $3 per gallon and eventually drop below $2 per gallon. He reiterated his stance that Iran will never possess a nuclear weapon.

Amidst these claims, tensions in the Middle East continue to impact global markets. Brent crude oil prices have moved toward $100 per barrel due to the conflict. Iranian officials have issued warnings regarding the security of their energy infrastructure. Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf warned that strikes on Iranian assets would face repercussions, while Mohsen Rezaei threatened to establish a maritime blockade zone in the Persian Gulf in response to US economic warfare.

Additionally, US military discussions have surfaced regarding a potential reduction of the American footprint in the Middle East following Iranian strikes that have exposed vulnerabilities at various US bases. The conflict has also resulted in the deaths of 18 US service members, leading to domestic debates over military compensation and the official status of the engagement.

Entities

Donald Trump · Iran · Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf · Mohsen Rezaei · Pete Hegseth · Scott Bessent · Strait of Hormuz · United States

Claims

What the coverage asserts, and how many sources carry each claim.

[● 6 SOURCES] Gas prices could fall to three dollars per gallon and eventually below two dollars per gallon. desitalkchicago.com · armees.com · www.btc-echo.de · portalb.mk · www.deccanchronicle.com · +1 more
[○ 1 SOURCE] US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent described the combination of sanctions and the blockade as a 'one-two punch'. www.businesstoday.in
[● 2 SOURCES] US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth claims Iran's oil tanker fleet is defenseless due to the loss of its navy and air force. desitalkchicago.com · www.deccanchronicle.com
[● 3 SOURCES] The United States will prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons. desitalkchicago.com · portalb.mk · www.deccanchronicle.com
[● 7 SOURCES] Oil prices will drop sharply once the United States wins the war with Iran. desitalkchicago.com · armees.com · www.btc-echo.de · portalb.mk · www.deccanchronicle.com · +2 more
[○ 1 SOURCE] The balance of power has shifted against Iran because it has been unable to fully close the Strait of Hormuz. www.businesstoday.in
[● 2 SOURCES] Iran is preparing to establish a maritime blockade zone in the Persian Gulf in response to US economic warfare. www.balkanweb.com · javanews.al
[● 2 SOURCES] Iran warns of repercussions if US strikes Iranian energy facilities. desitalkchicago.com · www.deccanchronicle.com
[○ 1 SOURCE] The US Treasury Department announced plans to at least double its level of Treasury bond buybacks. www.ot.gr
[● 2 SOURCES] Brent crude oil prices moved toward $100 per barrel due to Middle East tensions. www.newmoney.gr · raillynews.com
[○ 1 SOURCE] The US announced the destruction of five Iranian crude oil tankers following an attempt by Tehran to strike a US warship. www.newmoney.gr
[● 7 SOURCES] Donald Trump predicts oil prices will drop sharply following a victory in the war with Iran. www.albiladpress.com · www.khabarfoori.com · desitalkchicago.com · armees.com · www.btc-echo.de · +2 more