Report: Trump to meet Gulf leaders at UN to discuss Iran war
<i>Axios</i> reports Trump is expected to meet Gulf leaders at the UN next week to discuss the Iran war, postwar plans and the next steps for the region.
President Donald Trump expressed hope on Wednesday that the ongoing war against Iran may be nearing its conclusion. The conflict has been in its seventh month and shows no immediate resolution. Axios reported that Trump will meet Gulf leaders during the UN general assembly on Tuesday to discuss plans for a postwar strategy. This meeting is expected to focus on the actions of the US and regional allies such as Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, and Oman.
Trump reiterated his past comments on Iran, stating, "Well, hopefully we are towards the end of the war." He also mentioned having direct communication with Iran, though he did not provide further details. The war, which began on February 28, has resulted in thousands of deaths and displaced millions. Trump has cited the reduction of Iran's nuclear capabilities as a primary objective, though Iran maintains its uranium enrichment program is for peaceful purposes.
The conflict has also led to a rise in oil and gas prices, a concern for Trump's Republican Party as they approach the November midterm elections.
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