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Trump Claims Victory Amid Escalating U.S.-Iran Conflict

3/13/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump asserts military success as the U.S.-Israeli war against Iran escalates.
Domestic pressure grows as oil prices rise.
Iran's new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei vows to keep the Strait of Hormuz closed, heightening energy concerns.
Iran retaliates with drone attacks on Gulf states and threats to shipping after U.S. strikes have hit over 15,000 targets.

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Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump asserts military success as the U.S.-Israeli war against Iran escalates.
Domestic pressure grows as oil prices rise.
Iran's new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei vows to keep the Strait of Hormuz closed, heightening energy concerns.
Iran retaliates with drone attacks on Gulf states and threats to shipping after U.S. strikes have hit over 15,000 targets.