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Trump: War Won't Last Long, Oil Prices Will 'Fall Like a Stone'

Published March 16, 2026, 17:15
Trump: War Won't Last Long, Oil Prices Will 'Fall Like a Stone'

US President Donald Trump expressed confidence that the conflict with Iran will not be prolonged and that international oil prices will fall significantly once the crisis ends. According to Trump, the prices will "fall like a stone". He also revealed that he instructed the US military to avoid strikes on critical Iranian oil infrastructure, specifically on Kharg Island, which is the main loading point for Iranian oil exports. Trump clarified that US forces were instructed to maintain a safe distance from energy facilities, leaving pipelines intact. At the same time, he left open the possibility of new attacks, stating that he would destroy the facilities again if he deemed it necessary.