Oil and Trouble: Trump's Sanctions, a Galaxy Far, Far Away from Peace?

A Great Disturbance in the Force There Is

Hmm news from the galaxy far far away I sense. President Trump speaks sanctions on Iran he proclaims! Buy oil from Iran you will not! Or business with America you shall forfeit. 'Do or do not. There is no try,' as I always say. Crude oil futures rise like young Skywalker to the Force they do. A tremor in the market this is. Feel it I do.

Maximum Pressure a Path to the Dark Side?

Maximum pressure campaign the President orders. Shut down Iran's oil exports his aim. Like a Sith Lord choking dissent this is. But remember 'Fear is the path to the dark side…fear leads to anger…anger leads to hate…hate leads to suffering.' Negotiations in Oman they also occur over Iran's nuclear program. A delicate balance this is between strength and diplomacy.

China's Gambit: The Force is Strong With This One

China a key player they are. Importing oil from Iran more than a million barrels daily. A bold move hmm? But sanctions on China a possibility that is. Unless the White House targets Beijing's state owned enterprises. A test of wills this becomes. 'Size matters not. Look at me. Judge me by my size do you?' But size of markets it does matter yes.

Negotiating Through Strength a Jedi's Way?

Negotiating through strength Trump believes. A new deal with Iran his goal. But remember 'Luminous beings are we not this crude matter.' To rely only on power a mistake it is. Understanding compassion these are also crucial. Even for a Sith Lord.

Venezuela Joins the Fray a Wretched Hive of Scum and Villainy?

Venezuela also targeted secondary tariffs imposed. Another OPEC member struggling they are. Sanctions a double edged lightsaber they can be. Cutting off limbs both theirs and yours. A wise approach we must find. 'Wars not make one great.'

The Future Unclear It Is...

Unclear the future remains. Will sanctions bring peace or only more conflict? Will China bend or stand firm? Much depends on the choices made. Remember young Padawans 'Always pass on what you have learned.' And may the Force be with us always. Especially when dealing with oil prices.