Obama slams Trump's handling of war on Iran and its toll on the US
Obama slams Trump's handling of war on Iran and its toll on the US Former US president Barack Obama has criticised Donald Trump for his policy in the war on Iran and the toll its had. " I didn’t have to fire any missiles. I engaged in diplomacy," he said. Refering to the toll of the war on Washington, Obama said: "Our allies and bases have been attacked. Americans have been killed. Hundreds of…
Former US President Barack Obama has harshly criticised Donald Trump's policy in the war on Iran, expressing concern over the toll it has taken on the United States. Obama stated that he preferred diplomacy over military action, emphasizing the significant impact the conflict has had on the nation. He highlighted the attacks on US allies and bases, the loss of American lives, and the injuries sustained by hundreds of Americans.
Furthermore, Obama pointed out the depletion of the US missile stockpile, making the country more vulnerable, and the fact that Iran now holds veto power over the Strait of Hormuz. Obama also attributed the rising oil prices to the consequences of this war, stating that it is one of the reasons behind the increase.
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