Melania Trump may have whispered something to Donald Trump, leading to a change in his stance on threatening to destroy Iran’s civilization. The US, Israel, and Iran agreed to a two-week ceasefire after a plea from the Pakistani Prime Minister for more time to facilitate diplomatic talks. Before the ceasefire, Trump had issued a strong warning of destroying a civilization if a deal was not reached.
An expert in international relations analyzed possible reasons for Trump’s sudden shift. Professor Anthony Glees suggested that none of the initial objectives set by Trump and Netanyahu at the war’s onset had been achieved after almost 40 days of conflict.
Glees characterized Trump as a frustrated individual not achieving his desired outcomes in the war. He hinted that Melania’s influence could have played a role in Trump’s decision-making process, suggesting that she might have voiced her disapproval of his aggressive language and behavior.
The expert also mentioned the possibility of Keir Starmer advising Trump on the negative impact of the war on the global economy. However, he noted that given the strained relations between Trump and Starmer, such advice seemed unlikely.
Trump’s derogatory remarks about the UK Prime Minister during the conflict raised tensions further. Glees speculated that economic factors, such as rising oil prices and internal pressure in the US, could have contributed to Trump’s change in strategy.
The Strait of Hormuz, a crucial waterway for oil transport, saw disruptions due to the conflict, leading to a surge in oil prices and subsequent increases in fuel costs. Global stock markets rebounded following the announcement of the ceasefire, bringing some stability to the situation.
