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Trump Defies Ceasefire Calls Amid Rising Iran Conflict

3/21/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump rejected calls for a ceasefire in Iran and claimed victory.
Reports described increased troop deployments and a Pentagon request for $200 billion in funding.
The conflict began February 28 and killed 13 U.S. service members, with over 140 wounded.
Democrats criticized the war as illegal and reckless.
Polls show 59% of Americans oppose the conflict and 37% support it.

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Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump rejected calls for a ceasefire in Iran and claimed victory.
Reports described increased troop deployments and a Pentagon request for $200 billion in funding.
The conflict began February 28 and killed 13 U.S. service members, with over 140 wounded.
Democrats criticized the war as illegal and reckless.
Polls show 59% of Americans oppose the conflict and 37% support it.