US President Trump says "Unconditional surrender" is when Iran "can't fight any longer", Axios reports from an interview with Trump

Trump's remarks about Iran suggest a potential escalation in tensions, as the phrase "unconditional surrender" implies a hardline stance that could impact diplomatic efforts.

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US President Trump says "Unconditional surrender" is when Iran "can't fight any longer", Axios reports from an interview with Trump

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"Unconditional surrender could be that [the Iranians] announce it. But it could also be when they can't fight any longer because they don't have anyone or anything to fight with."

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This rhetoric might lead to increased volatility in oil prices and risk assets, particularly if markets react to fears of military conflict or economic sanctions, especially in energy-sensitive sectors.

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