Axios: Trump expressed concern about the economic consequences of a war with Iran
The news outlet Axios reported, citing an Israeli official, that Donald Trump expressed concern about the economic consequences of a war in the Middle East and its impact on the global financial system during a meeting with Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House.
According to this official, Trump emphasized that ongoing conflicts and high energy prices threaten international trade. Netanyahu also claimed that the Islamic Republic is using its influence over the Strait of Hormuz as a last resort to gain concessions from Washington.
Axios also reported, citing this official, that despite accepting Trump’s concerns about the potential global economic recession, Netanyahu called for the continuation of the naval blockade to increase financial pressure on the Islamic Republic.