US President Trump says can take out Kharg Island any time we want; looking for new leaders again; US ahead of schedule
Trump's comments indicate a firm stance on military capabilities regarding Kharg Island, suggesting readiness for action against Iran, which may escalate tensions in the region.
US President Trump praises Raytheon (RTX) and Lockheed Martin (LMT) for building more factories
Newsquawk Daily Economic Releases - 20th March 2026
US President Trump says can take out Kharg Island any time we want; looking for new leaders again; US ahead of schedule
US President Trump says believe Japan stepping up to plate on Iran, unlike NATO; not putting troops anywhere; Iran is a serious threat to the Middle East and world; Iran excursion will be over soon
Japan's PM Takaichi says believes only US President Trump can achieve peace; ready to reach out to partners to achieve objectives; Japan has been reaching out to Iran; brought proposals to calm energy markets
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- Asking for more money on Iran.
- On USD 200bln for military, says we're being very judicious.
This rhetoric can impact risk sentiment and volatility in equities and commodities, notably oil and gold, as investors respond to potential geopolitical risks and the broader implications for USD movements.
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