Trump Threatens to Seize Iranian Oil: Tehran Given Until April 6 to Strike a Deal.

Donald Trump’s Remarks on Iran

According to TSN.ua: In an interview with the Financial Times, Donald Trump declared his intention to 'seize' Iran’s oil, drawing a parallel to U.S. policy toward Venezuela. He noted that indirect negotiations between Washington and Tehran are moving forward, but set a hard deadline of April 6 for reaching an agreement. Trump emphasized he would prefer to take control of the oil, suggesting a deal could be reached quickly.

At the time of his statement, the number of American troops stationed in the Middle East had surpassed 50,000, and the U.S. had already bombed 13,000 targets across the region. During the same interview, Trump also remarked:

“We might seize Kharg Island, or we might not.” — Donald Trump

This signals his readiness to take aggressive action in the region.

Additionally, Trump noted that 'a deal might come together quite fast,' hinting at optimism for progress in the talks. He also referred to his opponent, stating:

“The son is either dead or in very bad shape.” — Donald Trump

This comment likely pertains to internal political dynamics within Iran.

Trump’s statements reflect rising tensions in the Middle East and signal potential shifts in U.S. foreign policy toward Iran. With ongoing military operations and uncertainty surrounding the negotiations, the situation remains fluid. The April 6 deadline for a deal could have major implications for regional stability, especially given how Iran and other observing nations may respond to developments in this volatile part of the world.