Threat to 'blow up' and talk of granite: Behind the scenes of a 'chaotic' Trump administration meeting

International press reports shed light on the behind-the-scenes of the recent US government meeting chaired by Donald Trump, describing the scene as closer to a chaotic show than a formal decision-making session. Sources stated that the meeting, which included senior officials, witnessed a strange overlap between serious military threats and unusual side jokes.\n\nWriter Holly Baxter, in an analysis published by The Independent, considered that the atmosphere in the room, with figures such as Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Vice President J.D. Vance present, seemed like an out-of-control television episode. She noted that the tension was palpable in Trump's tone, despite his repeated attempts to show indifference to current political challenges.\n\nIn the context of discussing foreign policy, Trump made a shocking statement towards the Sultanate of Oman, threatening to 'blow it up' if it did not comply with his directives, a phrase that passed with frightening speed amidst the astonishment of those present. This fleeting threat reflects, according to observers, a new pattern of American diplomacy based on direct pressure and harsh military language.\n\nThe meeting was not limited to threats, but in parts, it turned into something resembling a discussion session for private construction projects, where Trump delved into explaining precise engineering details. The President spoke at length about the types of granite, colors, and rubber quality he wished to use in renovation and construction projects in Washington, including the idea of creating a 'Triumphal Arch'.\n\nBaxter sarcastically described this sudden shift in the meeting's agenda, likening it to a meeting of a retired community discussing a routine maintenance budget. The President seemed engrossed in construction details unrelated to the tasks of senior administration, while officials listened silently to these long and tedious explanations.\n\nRegarding internal relations, a strange dynamic emerged during the meeting between Trump and his new Defense Secretary, Pete Hegseth, as the President patted the Secretary's muscles in front of the cameras. Trump addressed the audience, saying: 'He loves war... I don't love it, but he loves it,' a remark reflecting the personal nature of their relationship.\n\nHegseth, for his part, tried to maintain his military composure, but he appeared in an awkward position as he received the President's playful remarks, which were described as resembling a grandfather's interaction with his grandson. When given the opportunity to speak, the Secretary launched into an enthusiastic speech focusing on destructive power and military might, detailing the 'Epic Fury' operation in Iran.\n\nTrump's reaction to his Defense Secretary's enthusiastic speech was brief and calm, merely saying 'good job,' in a manner that suggested dismissiveness or congratulating a child on an exaggerated display. This contrast in positions showed a gap in vision between the President, who tends towards personal showmanship, and his Secretary, who adopts an extreme offensive rhetoric.\n\nAs for Vice President J.D. Vance, he appeared during the meeting as the man tasked with saving morality and public order in the United States. Vance engaged with other officials in attacking protesters and immigrants, using language charged with anger and incitement, which gave the session a sharp ideological character.\n\nDuring the meeting, Trump touched upon his internal political situation, repeatedly emphasizing that he was not concerned about the upcoming midterm congressional elections. Analysts believe that this repeated insistence on disinterest hides a real concern about his declining popularity, especially after recent polls showed restlessness even within Republican bases.\n\nA striking aspect of the meeting was Trump's ability to reveal his political fears by constantly denying them, a style that has become known in his public speeches. While he spoke about the stability of his administration, reports indicated the existence of cracks resulting from his controversial policies on thorny international issues such as the Iranian file.\n\nThe analytical reading of the meeting concluded that the United States is now being managed according to the President's volatile personal rhythm, oscillating between following news broadcasts and focusing on construction sites. This pattern of administration raises widespread international concern, as it drags major powers towards unexpected paths characterized by impulsiveness and sudden hostility.\n\nThe transformation of these strange scenes into a daily routine within the White House is what causes real terror among political circles in Washington and beyond. The meeting, which was supposed to discuss major strategies, ended with a threat to a friendly country and talk about rubber quality, reflecting a state of confusion at the pinnacle of American power.\n\n"The Sultanate of Oman will act like everyone else, or we will have to blow it up."