Trump says US strikes on Iran will continue until he says 'enough'

What happened: US President Donald Trump told Fox News on Tuesday that American strikes against Iran will continue until he declares they are enough, threatening to target Iran’s bridges and power plants and not ruling out a ground campaign. He said US negotiators had met Iranian officials that afternoon and demanded a deal, while claiming his objectives were already met.

Why it matters to Nigerians: Escalating US‑Iran tensions can spike global oil prices, directly affecting Nigeria’s fuel costs, inflation and foreign‑exchange earnings from oil exports. Higher prices also raise transport and production costs for businesses and households. Moreover, any widening conflict could disrupt shipping routes in the Gulf, affecting Nigerian traders who rely on Gulf‑Asia trade lanes. Nigeria’s national budget depends on oil revenues for over half of its income, so sustained higher prices could ease fiscal gaps but sudden spikes risk reigniting subsidy debates and inflationary pressure.

What you should know or do: Expect possible volatility in fuel prices at the pump and in the naira‑dollar exchange rate; consider budgeting for higher transport costs and monitor official announcements from subsidy or pricing updates. If you have overseas trade or remittances tied to Gulf routes, keep an eye on shipping advisories and consider alternative routes or suppliers where feasible.

SOURCE: https://dailypost.ng/2026/07/15/us-strikes-on-iran-will-continue-until-i-say-its-enough-trump/