Donald Trump offered the Gulf states two options for financial support for the war against Iran. According to the journalist Salema Al-Jahouri, The amount of the loan is either $5 trillion or $2.5 trillion, depending on the scenario.
Trump's ultimatum
Omani journalist Salem Al-Jahouri said that Donald Trump has issued a financial ultimatum to the Gulf states. According to him, Trump is demanding $5 trillion if the states of the region want to continue the war against Iran.
If the Gulf countries want to end the conflict, the amount will be $2.5 trillion. The journalist did not specify when the ultimatum was announced and which countries received the offer.
Reaction and details
The information about the ultimatum was made public by Salem al-Jahouri. There are no official comments from representatives of the Gulf states or the Trump administration.
Details on the enforcement mechanism or the reaction of other international players are also not reported.
Context.
The Gulf states have traditionally supported US policy against Iran. The war against Iran remains a key security issue in the region.
Donald Trump has repeatedly stated the need for financial participation of allies in joint military operations.
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