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Senator Urges End to U.S.-Israel Iran Conflict Amid Price Concerns

3/23/2026

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The U.S.-Israel military action in Iran has reached its fourth week.
Senator Chris Murphy says ending the war is essential to lower prices for U.S. households.
U.S. President Donald Trump has floated winding down operations but later threatened to target Iran's power plants if shipping through the Strait of Hormuz is blocked.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent notes that escalation and de-escalation can occur simultaneously.

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The U.S.-Israel military action in Iran has reached its fourth week.
Senator Chris Murphy says ending the war is essential to lower prices for U.S. households.
U.S. President Donald Trump has floated winding down operations but later threatened to target Iran's power plants if shipping through the Strait of Hormuz is blocked.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent notes that escalation and de-escalation can occur simultaneously.