Turkish President Erdogan on Iran:

No one should embark on a course of action that would cast a shadow over our thousand-year-old neighborhood and brotherhood, and open deep wounds in the hearts and minds of our nation.

Türkiye’s position and stance are clear. Its extraordinary efforts to prevent the fire from spreading further and to stop more bloodshed are also evident.

Turkish President Erdogan on Iran:

In light of today’s incident, I once again remind that there should be no persistence or stubborn insistence on a mistake.

Turkish President Erdogan:

No one should make miscalculations; no one should fall into the trap of the Zionist massacre network that seeks to pit brother against brother.

We welcome the statements made by our brothers in the Iraqi Kurdish region and sincerely believe that they will not fall for this game.

Turkish President Erdogan:

Our F-16s, together with our airborne early warning and tanker aircraft, are monitoring potential threats 24/7.

Putin:

The current high prices for energy resources are temporary in nature, and Russia understands this.

Putin:

Oil production that depends on the Strait of Hormuz risks coming to a complete halt within the next month.

Putin:

Global oil prices have increased by 30% over the past week.

Putin:

Russia will continue supplying oil and gas to countries that are reliable buyers, including Slovakia and Hungary.

Putin says the Strait of Hormuz is effectively closed.

NEW: Trump said he has “a plan for everything” to deal with rising oil prices caused by the ongoing US-Israeli war with Iran.

Source: New York Post

Trump:

I have a plan for everything, okay?

You’ll be very happy.

Putin:

If European buyers suddenly decide to reorient themselves and provide us with long-term work without politics, we are ready.

Hungary’s Prime Minister Viktor Orbán says the government will limit fuel prices.

Trump:

I just spoke to Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, of Australia, concerning the Iranian National Women’s Soccer Team. He’s on it! Five have already been taken care of, and the rest are on their way.

Some, however, feel they must go back because they are worried about the safety of their families, including threats to those family members if they don’t return.

In any event, the Prime Minister is doing a very good job having to do with this rather delicate situation. God bless Australia!

Talks on Trump’s Gaza peace plan have paused after the U.S. and Israel launched attacks on Iran, triggering a wider regional war.

The negotiations—focused partly on Hamas disarming in exchange for amnesty and reconstruction—were halted as the conflict disrupted diplomacy and shifted Washington’s attention to Iran.

The White House denies a pause, saying discussions are still ongoing, but Hamas officials confirmed talks are frozen for now.

Source: Reuters

Trump is considering measures to keep oil below $100 a barrel amid the Iran war, ahead of the November midterms.

Options discussed with the G7 and U.S. agencies include releasing strategic reserves, limiting exports, intervening in futures markets, waiving taxes, and easing the Jones Act.

Source: Reuters

Anthropic sued the U.S. government Monday to block the Pentagon from labeling it a national-security supply-chain risk after the company refused to remove restrictions on using its AI for autonomous weapons or domestic surveillance.

The lawsuit argues the designation is unlawful and violates the company’s free speech and due-process rights.

Kuwait’s Emir said the country was attacked by a neighbouring state it considers a “sister nation,” despite Kuwait not allowing its territory or airspace to be used against it.

Senator Graham:

Why should America do a defense agreement with a country like the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia that is unwilling to join a fight of mutual interest?

Hopefully Gulf Cooperation Council countries will get more involved as this fight is in their backyard. If you are not willing to use your military now, when are you willing to use it?

Hopefully this changes soon. If not, consequences will follow.

Iranian Foreign Minister Araghchi:

Iran does not want to harm ordinary Americans who overwhelmingly voted to end involvement in costly foreign wars.

Blame for surging gas prices, costlier mortgages, and pummeled 401(k)'s lies squarely with Israel and its dupes in Washington.