Trump Breaks Silence: "I Told Netanyahu Not to Attack the Gas Facilities"

During a joint press conference at the White House with Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, President Donald Trump provided a detailed update on the progress of the war against the Iranian regime. In a candid moment, the President revealed that he had directly advised Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu against targeting Iranian gas infrastructure, citing the need to keep global energy prices under control. Despite this specific disagreement, Trump praised the effectiveness of the American and Israeli military campaigns, claiming that nearly all of Iran's strategic assets, including their leadership, navy, and air force, have been neutralized.

The Warning to Netanyahu

President Trump was clear about his priorities regarding the global economy and energy markets. "I spoke with Netanyahu, I told him: don't do it, don't attack the gas facilities," Trump stated. He explained that while the two nations are coordinated and the relationship remains strong, there are times when one side does something the other dislikes. "We act independently. The relations are good, there is coordination, but sometimes one side does something the other doesn't like and then we say: we won't do that anymore," he added. The President’s primary concern appears to be preventing a massive spike in oil prices that could destabilize the domestic and global economy.

Assessing the Destruction

Trump painted a picture of a regime on the brink of total collapse, describing the results of recent military operations as "wonderful." He claimed that the U.S. and its allies are "much further ahead of schedule" in their military objectives. "We destroyed almost everything they had there: the leadership, the navy, the air force, the anti-aircraft systems, everything was almost completely eliminated," the President asserted. He specifically mentioned Kharg Island, which he nicknamed the "Middle Island," describing it as being "almost without defense" and noting that the U.S. could destroy it whenever it chooses.

Leaving the Pipelines Intact

In a strategic move, Trump explained that while most military targets have been hit, the physical pipelines were intentionally spared. "We destroyed everything except the pipes. We left the pipes because rebuilding them takes years," he said. This strategy seems intended to allow for a faster recovery of energy markets once the war concludes. Trump defended the intensity of the campaign, which he referred to as a "sortie," stating that he had the courage to do what previous presidents only talked about. He concluded by reiterating that once the operation is over, "the world will be much safer," a sentiment he claimed was shared by the Japanese Prime Minister and most other global leaders who view Iran as a serious threat.