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US President Trump says the actions in Iran are justified, despite the impact on the market and energy prices from it, speaking to CNBC; administration officials understood that it had to happen. Have "totally won the war".

Trump's remarks on the situation in Iran suggest an assertive U.S.

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US President Trump says, on Anthropic, that they can not tell the US military how to operate. Had very good talks with Anthropic a few days ago, think "we will get along with them just fine". A deal with the US DoD is "possible".

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US President Trump says the actions in Iran are justified, despite the impact on the market and energy prices from it, speaking to CNBC; administration officials understood that it had to happen. Have "totally won the war".

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  • Would take Iran 20yrs to rebuild if they left the conflict now.
  • The Dow is holding up, I thought the market would have been down much more, and the oil would be much higher. When the conflict is over, energy prices will return to normal levels quickly.
  • If you would had told me that oil is at USD 90/bbl as opposed to USD 200/bbl, I would have been surprised. Other countries are finding energy from other places, going to Alaska etc. When there are problems, people find solutions. 
  • Will not be rushed re. Iran. Want to make a good deal, this can not be rushed. Can't let others who are "treasonous" put pressure on the talks and the timelines. "Have all the time in the world".
  • Do not want Iran to have hope.
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stance, indicating ongoing military actions are deemed necessary despite their potential impacts on markets and energy prices. This could stabilize short-term supply concerns but may lead to volatility in oil prices, especially if market participants perceive a prolonged conflict. Generally, the remarks indicate a longer-term diplomatic strategy, which suggests that energy prices might normalize post-conflict if trade routes and energy sourcing adapt as implied.

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