Politics
Trump calls high fuel prices a small price to deny Iran a nuclear weapon, hints at another strike
October 23, 2026 at 09:30 PM
Trump said higher fuel prices are a small price to keep Iran from getting a nuclear weapon and suggested Washington may strike Tehran again.
- Trump, speaking at a Florida rally on Friday, called rising gasoline prices a temporary, minor cost of keeping Iran from acquiring a nuclear weapon.
- Trump said the United States had eliminated Iran's uranium enrichment capabilities and defeated Tehran militarily and financially.
- Trump warned Washington may launch another limited round of "Operation Epic Wrath" against Iran unless a comprehensive agreement is reached.
- Trump said the United States will handle the Cuba file after the Iran matter, possibly sending Secretary of State Marco Rubio to finalize the deal.




