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Costs, Conflicts, and Closed Doors | New York City News
U.S. senators are sounding the alarm over skyrocketing military costs in Iran, with a top Pentagon nominee stalling on financial details during his confirmation hearing. Meanwhile, President Trump pivots on Middle East strategy, reshaping trade talks with Iraq and downplaying cargo fees in the Strait of Hormuz—while diplomatic tensions flare as the State Department blocks a NYC official’s attempt to meet Iran’s UN rep, echoing past interventions like the Colombia visa revocation. Amid the chaos, some lawmakers insist dialogue—even with adversaries—is vital to ending the conflict. Listen in…
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