A strategic move by Trump, aiming to target oil-rich nations and establish a coalition in the Middle East which he can ultimately control the oil price, similar to how NATO operates in Europe as allies loyal to US.
Putin is willing to pay $1 billion for a permanent position on the Gaza Peace Committee but Trump has to collect from his frozen account held by EU; he also believes the US could buy Greenland, citing their previous purchase of Alaska for $7.2 million as an example.