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Trump Says U.S. Could Stay in Iran and Keep Oil

Donald Trump said the United States might leave Iran or possibly stay and take oil revenue.

He compared this idea with a United States effort involving Venezuela’s oil reserves.

Trump said he expects the Iran war to end sometime this year.

He suggested it could end after the United States midterm elections in November.

Meanwhile, an Iranian cargo ship was hit near Qeshm Island.

Iranian state media said one person died and four were hurt.

Iran and Gulf countries were also planning talks about the Strait of Hormuz.

Oman said those talks were delayed so the countries could work toward agreement.

Key facts

U.S. president: Donald Trump
Trump’s expectation: He expects the Iran war to end this year, possibly after the November midterm elections.
Vessel incident: An Iranian cargo vessel was struck near Qeshm Island in the Strait of Hormuz.
Reported casualties: One person was killed and four were wounded, according to Iranian state media.
Planned talks: Iran and Gulf countries were scheduled to discuss possible agreements concerning the Strait of Hormuz.
Talks’ status: Oman said the meeting was postponed in the interests of consensus.
Trump’s Venezuela comparison: Trump said revenue from Venezuela has paid for the war many times.

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