Donald Trump escalates U.S. confrontation with Iran, signaling possible control of oil supply amid Middle East strikes

Donald Trump escalates U.S. confrontation with Iran, signaling possible control of oil supply amid Middle East strikes

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Breaking News from Washington

Airstrikes in Iran: On March 13, 2026, President Donald Trump confirmed that U.S. Central Command carried out one of the most extensive military operations in the region, targeting Iran’s defense infrastructure and oil facilities.

Oil supply control: In a press briefing, Trump stated that “taking control of Iran’s oil supply is an option,” drawing parallels to Venezuela, where Washington intervened in the energy sector.

Strait of Hormuz: Trump downplayed the strategic importance of the strait, insisting that the U.S. “does not need it” due to its vast reserves. He claimed the U.S. holds “twice as much oil as Saudi Arabia or Russia, and soon it will be triple.”

International Reactions

Energy markets: Oil prices dropped more than 13% on March 23 after Trump announced a temporary suspension of strikes to allow diplomatic talks.

European Union: European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen urged Iran to halt attacks in the Strait of Hormuz, warning of severe risks to global trade.

Iran: Tehran denounced Trump’s remarks as a “direct provocation” and vowed retaliation if Washington attempts to seize its energy resources.

Venezuelan Context

Trump highlighted Venezuela as a model, claiming U.S. cooperation with interim President Delcy Rodríguez has generated “billions of dollars” in revenue.

Secretary of State Marco Rubio added that in the first two months of 2026, Venezuela earned more oil revenue than in the entire previous year, emphasizing that “the money is no longer being stolen.”

Strategic Impact

Military objective: Washington aims to cripple Iran’s military-industrial base, destroying drone and missile stockpiles.

Economic leverage: Control of oil supply remains central to the conflict, with Trump portraying U.S. intervention as both a strategic and financial success.

Narrative of strength: Trump framed the campaign as “a display of force and precision like nothing the world has witnessed.”

The U.S.–Israel war against Iran has entered a decisive stage: massive strikes, threats over oil control, and rising tensions in the Strait of Hormuz. While Trump insists the conflict is “almost over,” volatile markets and escalating rhetoric suggest the crisis remains unresolved, with the potential for broader regional escalation.

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