Trump promises oil price drop after war amid inflation pressure

Middle East Eye · May 12, 2026 War

Trump promises oil price drop after war amid inflation pressure United States President Donald Trump has vowed that fuel prices will fall sharply once the war ends, as he faces growing domestic pressure over inflation driven by the conflict. Speaking to reporters, Trump linked rising costs to disruptions in global energy supply and insisted relief would follow quickly after hostilities cease. “As soon as this war is over, which will not be long, you’re going to see oil prices drop and you’re going to see a stock market … go through the roof,” he said.

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