“We have more oil than next two biggest producers combined,” flexes Trump as massive number of oil tankers move toward US

Former US President Donald Trump on Saturday asserted that the United States is witnessing a large influx of empty oil tankers heading toward its shores, framing the movement as evidence of growing global demand for American energy exports. He made the remarks in a social media post, positioning the US as a dominant force in global oil and gas production.

Trump claimed that the United States holds more oil reserves than the next two largest oil-producing economies combined. He further described American crude as the “best and sweetest,” suggesting that large vessels are arriving specifically to load US energy exports. His statement highlighted rapid turnaround in shipping activity and increased international reliance on US supply chains.

The remarks come at a sensitive diplomatic moment as US and Iranian delegations are engaged in high-level discussions in Islamabad over regional stability and energy-related tensions. The US delegation includes Vice President JD Vance, Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff, and advisor Jared Kushner, while Iranian representatives are led by senior officials including Abbas Araghchi and Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf.

According to diplomatic sources cited in reports, both sides remain in the same city but have not yet held direct bilateral engagement. Talks are being explored in mediated formats involving host nation Pakistan, though progress remains uncertain amid mutual distrust and differing preconditions.

The comments by Trump add a parallel narrative of energy dominance at a time when global oil markets remain sensitive to geopolitical developments. Analysts note that messaging around tanker movements and export strength reflects broader competition for influence over global energy routes and pricing stability.