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U.S. and Iran Escalate Amid Election Pressure | Monroe Louisiana News
The U.S. unleashes its largest strike wave against Iran in weeks amid mounting pressure to avoid escalation, as midterm elections loom and military resources strain under depleted munitions. President Trump brushes off political fallout despite record-low approval ratings, while oil surges past $90 a barrel. The White House is reportedly holding off on major strikes until after November 3, following retaliatory U.S. attacks targeting Iranian assets near the Strait of Hormuz — which Iran claims killed civilians at a wedding. Experts warn this cycle of tit-for-tat violence signals no turning…
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