Trump Signals Aggressive Oil Strategy as Iran War Escalates, Kuwait Hit by Attacks

Kuala Lumpur – Former U.S. President Donald Trump has intensified rhetoric over the ongoing Iran conflict, signaling a potential strategy to seize Iranian oil assets as tensions across the Middle East continue to escalate.

The conflict, now entering its fifth week, has expanded beyond Iran and Israel, with attacks spreading across the Gulf region, including Kuwait. Iranian strikes have reportedly targeted key infrastructure such as airports, military bases, and energy facilities, raising fears of a broader regional war.

Kuwait has become one of the flashpoints in the conflict, with repeated drone and missile attacks damaging critical infrastructure, including fuel facilities and radar systems at its international airport. While casualties have been limited in recent incidents, the continued strikes highlight the growing instability in the region.

Trump’s controversial remarks about potentially “taking the oil” in Iran—particularly targeting strategic hubs like Kharg Island—have drawn global attention. The proposal reflects a more aggressive U.S. posture, aimed at weakening Iran’s economic backbone while securing energy resources.

Meanwhile, the war has significantly disrupted global energy markets. Oil prices have surged above $110 per barrel amid fears of supply shortages, especially as the Strait of Hormuz—one of the world’s most critical oil transit routes—faces partial closure due to the conflict.

The United States has also increased its military presence in the region, deploying thousands of troops as the risk of further escalation grows. Analysts warn that if the conflict continues to expand, it could trigger a severe global energy crisis and economic slowdown.

As diplomatic efforts struggle to gain traction, the situation remains highly volatile, with the potential to reshape global geopolitics and energy markets in the months ahead.