Trump Iran Oil Operation: Secret Theft Keeps Crude Prices From Hitting $250

Donald Trump claimed at the White House that the United States has been secretly taking millions of barrels of Iranian oil during the current conflict, arguing this operation helps keep crude prices around $85 rather than $250 per barrel. He also asserted that the US had destroyed 22 Iranian ships and damaged Iran’s radar capabilities, though no independent verification supported these accusations at the time. The remarks come amid heightened tensions after US strikes in the region. The claims about hidden oil moves and strategic hits remain uncorroborated, leaving traders to weigh the potential impact on energy markets as the situation evolves.