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U.S. says it destroyed 82% of its missiles

8/28/2026

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Trump Claims Missile Victory

U.S. President Donald Trump claimed the United States eliminated 82% of its missiles.
The war started in late February 2026 and was expected to last four to five weeks.
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt told Fox & Friends that no negotiations are occurring.
A June 2026 memorandum of understanding with Iran pledging no nuclear weapons has collapsed.
U.S. officials say 80-90% of Iran’s defense industrial base has been destroyed.

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Thailand Boosts Renewables

Thailand aims to generate 60% of its electricity from clean sources within 25 years, doubling its previous target.
Energy Minister Akanat Promphan announced a 200 billion baht (S$7.7 billion) investment in renewables, including village rooftop solar.
The October power plan will add nuclear energy, studying small modular reactors for low-carbon output.
Officials say the renewable push aims to limit household electricity bill impacts despite sharp demand growth.

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Trump Claims Missile Victory

U.S. President Donald Trump claimed the United States eliminated 82% of its missiles.
The war started in late February 2026 and was expected to last four to five weeks.
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt told Fox & Friends that no negotiations are occurring.
A June 2026 memorandum of understanding with Iran pledging no nuclear weapons has collapsed.
U.S. officials say 80-90% of Iran’s defense industrial base has been destroyed.

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