The White House announced that Trump will speak at noon on May 8 in the Rose Garden. This translates to 1 a.m. on May 9 in South Korea. The specific topics or key messages of his address have not been disclosed.
This speech coincides with heightened tensions between the U.S. and Iran. Just a day prior, three U.S. Navy destroyers were attacked in the Strait of Hormuz, prompting the U.S. to respond with retaliatory strikes. Despite this, Trump has maintained that a ceasefire is still in effect.
Observers in Washington anticipate that the Iranian issue may be addressed during this speech, given the ongoing concerns about the ceasefire, subsequent negotiations, and navigation issues in the Strait of Hormuz.
However, since the topics have not been made public, it is uncertain whether Trump will directly mention military actions against Iran.
Markets are also closely watching the tone of this address. According to Reuters, concerns over disruptions to oil transport in the Strait of Hormuz due to renewed U.S.-Iran conflict have pushed Brent crude prices above $100 per barrel. Analysts suggest that the content of Trump's remarks could lead to increased volatility in oil prices and financial markets.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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