Trump's Threats to Steal Iran's Oil Continue a Long History of US Pillage
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- Category: Middle East
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-04-28 16:35 UTC
- Sources: Middle East Eye
US President Donald Trump's threats to steal Iran's oil have been criticized as a continuation of a long history of US pillage in the region. Middle East Eye argues that the move is part of a broader strategy to maintain American influence.
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