US President Donald Trump announced the United States may leave the Iran war within weeks. This matters because the conflict has killed thousands and disrupted global energy. Gulf countries, Israel, and US companies face direct threats amid continued attacks.
Trump told reporters the withdrawal could happen in two to three weeks, even without a formal deal. Secretary of State Marco Rubio suggested direct talks with Tehran could occur in the future. Trump’s remarks follow months of escalating regional strikes and economic pressures on US households.
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Recent attacks hit multiple fronts. Iranian drones struck Kuwait’s airport, causing fires, while a Qatari oil tanker was damaged above the waterline. Bahrain reported a fire at a company facility after an Iranian attack. Tehran also experienced explosions following US-Israeli air raids, with state media showing pro-government rallies.
The conflict spread further as Yemen’s Houthis launched missile attacks on Israel alongside Hezbollah and Iran. Israeli airstrikes killed seven people in Beirut targeting senior Hezbollah figures. Iran’s Revolutionary Guards issued threats to US companies, including Microsoft, Apple, and Boeing.
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Oil prices initially fell on potential US withdrawal news, though regional strikes kept markets volatile. The Strait of Hormuz remains a strategic flashpoint for global energy supplies. US and allied forces, including the UAE, may act to reopen shipping lanes if tensions continue.