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Ex-Ambassador: Trump’s “Take Oil” Remark Unproductive for Allies
Former U.S. Ambassador Nicholas Burns criticized President Trump's call for allies to "take" oil from the Strait of Hormuz, labeling it "unproductive" and damaging to NATO relationships. The remarks come amid rising tensions and highlight conflicting U.S. strategies, potentially allowing Iran to emerge as a winner if the Strait remains closed.