Donald Trump initially denied the existence of casualties, but came to admit that 18 people died, contradicting his previous positions on the matter.
Major-General Isidro de Morais Pereira addressed the geopolitical and strategic repercussions for allies in the Persian Gulf resulting from this situation.
The general also referred to possible regional realignments resulting from current developments.
Studies conducted at the Pentagon regarding the resizing of the American military presence in the region were also mentioned.




