"Trump's belief that the US is entitled to whatever resource it desires reflects a real 'might-makes-right' logic that is both abhorrent and spectacularly miscalculated."
"If the strategically crucial strait of Hormuz were not immediately reopened, the US planned on blowing up and completely obliterating Iran's energy infrastructure."
"To be honest with you, my favorite thing is to take the oil in Iran, but some stupid people back in the US say: Why are you doing that?'"
"With his Sunday statement, Trump completely discredited his war on Iran, raising concerns about the implications for international relations."
Donald Trump stated his desire to take control of Iran's oil by seizing a key export hub, reflecting a long-held belief in fossil-fuel imperialism. Experts criticize this stance as a disregard for international law and a dangerous 'might-makes-right' mentality. While Trump suggested the Iran conflict could end soon, Iran demands guarantees against future attacks. The ongoing war has seen Iran attacking oil tankers, and Trump threatened to obliterate Iran's energy infrastructure if peace is not achieved. His comments have raised concerns about the implications for international relations and energy security.
Read at www.theguardian.com
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