Trump continues to threaten further attacks on Iran…

Trump continues to threaten further attacks on Iran, markets fluctuate, and NATO prepares for changes

02.04.2026 12:00 HotInfo

US President Donald Trump announced in a televised address the continuation of military operations against Iran without a precise timeline. In his speech to the American nation, which had been expected to declare the end of the conflict, Trump left the door open for further bombing, claiming that the military objectives were only nearly accomplished. His statements about the continuation of the attacks triggered a sharp rise in oil prices, which increased by approximately five percent on Thursday morning, signaling financial markets' concerns about an escalation of the conflict. hnonline.sk ↗ interez.sk ↗

European stock exchanges reacted with a drop in the STOXX Europe 600 index, as investors grew increasingly concerned about geopolitical risk and its impact on economic outcomes. Trump's statements about the need to continue strikes on Iran without a clear plan to end the war are creating uncertainty on global markets and are highlighting the differences between the president and his allies. aktuality.sk ↗ hlavnespravy.sk ↗

Criticism in Europe continues to intensify. NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte is set to visit the United States and, during his meeting with Trump, will face the president's threats about America leaving NATO, which he described as a "paper tiger." Tension in transatlantic relations remains high, as Trump criticizes allies for insufficient involvement in the Iran campaign and threatens to halt arms supplies to Ukraine if they do not join his joint security plans. Refresher.sk ↗ pluska.sk ↗