Washington: US President Donald Trump has hinted at the possibility of further military action against Iran, stressing that preventing Tehran from acquiring nuclear weapons remains essential.
Trump acknowledged that a conflict with Iran could have domestic political consequences, including implications for the Republican Party’s prospects in the upcoming congressional elections. With Americans divided over the war, he defended his approach, arguing that he was addressing an issue that previous administrations had failed to resolve.
Meanwhile, United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres warned that the confrontation was taking a toll on the global economy, affecting energy markets, international shipping, supply chains and financial systems.
Guterres cautioned that disruptions around the Strait of Hormuz could have consequences extending beyond the region, affecting households and local markets worldwide.
