
President Trump has stated that the war involving Iran will not conclude until after the crucial November elections, according to BBC World. He also claimed that oil prices would remain elevated until after the races, asserting without evidence that Iran seeks to influence the election outcome. The remarks tie the conflict's timeline and energy costs directly to the US electoral calendar, though no supporting proof for the claims about Tehran's intentions was provided.
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