According to CoinMeta, when discussing the war in Iran, Trump stated, "I could have ended this war immediately, but at the request of the countries I want to protect, we chose a slower and more civilized approach." He mentioned that Saudi Arabia has asked him to maintain the status quo for now, while Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, and Bahrain prefer to adopt a "wait-and-see" strategy. He added, "They asked me to do so, and I did, but I'm not sure if I agree with this method." Trump emphasized maintaining good relations with these Middle Eastern countries, calling them very important investors for the United States.