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Middle East Escalation and Global Fallout | Washington DC News
Tensions explode in the Middle East as Iran strikes a U.S. base in Jordan, triggering five hours of retaliatory U.S. strikes — while Trump unveils a 20% toll on ships in the Strait of Hormuz, echoing Iran’s past move. With peace efforts crumbling and the U.S. re-imposing port blockades, oil prices surge and global markets brace for chaos. Meanwhile, a Navy pilot’s death pushes U.S. troop casualties to 14, with over 400 wounded — many suffering brain injuries. Back home, a Florida judge slams Trump’s IRS lawsuit as a judicial manipulation attempt, potentially complicating his Attorney General…
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