In a post shared on his social media platform Truth Social, the US President noted that this naval deployment exceeds the size of a previous US fleet dispatched to Venezuela and is moving forward with clear intent. He emphasized that the force is ready to execute its mission quickly and decisively if necessary.
President Trump stated that Iran must engage in discussions aimed at preventing the development of nuclear weapons, calling such an agreement essential and advantageous for all parties involved.
The US president also alluded to past military actions targeting Iran’s nuclear facilities, warning that any future conflicts would lead to even harsher repercussions. He urged Iranian leaders to prevent any escalation of tensions, reiterating the importance of negotiations and the need to avoid another military encounter.
These remarks come against the backdrop of renewed attention to US military activities in the Middle East and ongoing global concern regarding Iran’s nuclear ambitions.
Market Reaction
As of approximately 6:00 pm IST, Brent crude was priced at $66.86, an increase of 0.41%, while WTI crude reached $62.77, rising by 0.61%. Additionally, US stock index futures showed gains as investors anticipate the Federal Reserve’s interest rate decision and key tech earnings. S&P 500 futures climbed 0.4%, Nasdaq 100 futures rose about 0.9%, and Dow Jones futures also traded slightly higher.
(Edited by : Ajay Vaishnav)
