Trump Prioritizes Iran Nuclear Destruction Over Oil Price Spikes

President Donald Trump declared that short-term spikes in global oil prices are a small price to pay for the safety and peace of the United States and the world, provided they lead to the destruction of Iran's nuclear threat. He claimed that prices would drop rapidly once that objective is achieved, though he declined to provide a formal assessment of Iran's new leadership.

These remarks came as Iran's Assembly of Experts appointed Seyyed Mojtaba Khamenei as the new Supreme Leader. The appointment triggered widespread celebrations across Iran and drew pledges of support from the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.

As the regional conflict entered its second week, Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong conducted diplomatic discussions with the Emir of Qatar and the President of the United Arab Emirates. Wong sought to ensure the safety of Singaporean citizens in the region and expressed support for diplomatic efforts to de-escalate the tensions.