Trump warns Iran over Pickaxe Mountain, says oil prices stay high until midterms

President Donald Trump announced on Wednesday that the United States could target Iran’s “Pickaxe Mountain” in a forthcoming military operation, cautioning Tehran “not to get cute.” The statement was made amid ongoing hostilities between the two nations, and Trump’s remarks suggested a potential escalation of U.S. strikes in the region.

In a related comment, Trump noted that oil prices, which have risen sharply due to the conflict, are unlikely to decline until after the upcoming U.S. midterm elections. He cited advice from his national security team indicating that the war with Iran could persist throughout the remainder of his administration, influencing both energy markets and domestic political considerations.