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Trump weighs Iran strikes as Europe warns oil shock
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- President Donald Trump is weighing resuming military strikes against Iran.
- Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth privately urges Trump to restart attacks.
- European leaders warn renewed strikes could raise oil prices and trigger an economic downturn.
- Gulf capitals, including Riyadh, say they need an accommodation with Iran to curb Houthi proxies.
- Midterm elections next week may influence Trump's decision, regardless of party outcome.