Desk Report, Deshi Tribune: U.S. President Donald Trump has stated that preventing Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons is far more important to him than rising oil prices. Amid ongoing tensions in the Middle East, he emphasized that national security and global stability remain the highest priorities.
In a message shared on social media Thursday, Trump said that although the conflict with Iran has caused instability in the global energy market, Tehran will not be allowed to acquire nuclear weapons. He noted that as the world’s largest oil producer, the United States benefits economically if oil prices rise.
However, according to him, preventing Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons is more important than any economic gain. Trump said, “It is crucial to me that an evil empire like Iran does not acquire nuclear weapons and threaten the Middle East—or even the entire world.”
Following the start of a joint U.S.-Israeli military operation in the Middle East, the international oil market has experienced significant volatility. This operation, which began on February 28, targeted Iran’s nuclear program and missile capabilities. As a result of the conflict, global oil prices temporarily approached nearly $120 per barrel.
Trump, however, stated that the United States’ strong oil production system has enabled the country to handle potential energy crises. He mentioned that, if necessary, oil supplies from the U.S. strategic reserves could be increased to stabilize prices.
In an interview, Trump said, “We will use some oil from the reserve and then refill it later. This will help lower prices in the market.”
Meanwhile, international energy authorities announced that to prevent a potential global energy crisis, 400 million barrels of oil will be released from emergency reserves—marking the largest such release in the agency’s history.
Oil markets are gradually stabilizing. In Wednesday night trading, Brent crude oil prices fell to approximately $93 per barrel, down from recent highs.
Trump has consistently emphasized U.S. energy independence, noting that strong domestic oil production provides the country with an added advantage during global crises.
Currently, the U.S. strategic oil reserves hold about 416 million barrels. However, at the end of Trump’s term in 2021, the reserves were approximately 638 million barrels.
