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US Strikes Iran, Senate Rejects Troop Withdrawal, Oil Rises

7/26/2026

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US Strikes Iran

U.S. missiles struck multiple targets across Iran on July 24, 2026, marking the 13th consecutive night of attacks.
The Senate voted 47-49 to reject a war-powers resolution that would have required President Donald Trump to withdraw troops from Iran.
Houthi militants hit Saudi tankers in the Red Sea, pushing crude above $100 a barrel.
U.S. and U.K. officials will meet to discuss shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.

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US Missile Campaign

U.S. missiles struck multiple targets across Iran on July 24, 2026, marking the 13th consecutive night of American attacks.
Lawmakers and advisers warned the campaign could deplete Patriot interceptor stocks and endanger civilian infrastructure, leading the House to pass a resolution demanding a halt.
Pentagon said Patriot interceptor inventory fell low after firing 1,200 since April.
U.S. strikes have not deterred Iranian attacks that killed three service members in Jordan.

Blindspot

Three U.S. service members were killed in Jordan as Iranian attacks continued despite U.S. missile strikes, according to U.S. military officials.
Within this story's sources, this casualty detail appears mainly in Left-leaning coverage and receives less attention in Center-leaning coverage.

History

Historical Context

In April 1988, after the frigate USS Samuel B. Roberts struck an Iranian mine during Operation Earnest Will, President Ronald Reagan launched Operation Praying Mantis, which destroyed two oil platforms, sank the frigate IRIS Sahand and killed two Marines, pressuring Iran toward a cease-fire. The 2026 Patriot missile campaign, firing over 1,200 interceptors and leaving inventory below 200, mirrors this executive response with congressional debate.

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US Strikes Iran

U.S. missiles struck multiple targets across Iran on July 24, 2026, marking the 13th consecutive night of attacks.
The Senate voted 47-49 to reject a war-powers resolution that would have required President Donald Trump to withdraw troops from Iran.
Houthi militants hit Saudi tankers in the Red Sea, pushing crude above $100 a barrel.
U.S. and U.K. officials will meet to discuss shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.

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