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US War in Iran Costs Reach $37.5 Billion, Pentagon Chief Tells Lawmakers
US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth reported the rising cost amid renewed bombings and political tensions ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.
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South China Morning Post World
US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth reported the rising cost amid renewed bombings and political tensions ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.
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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Gen Dan Caine testified before the Senate as the Pentagon seeks additional funds amid ongoing conflict with Iran.
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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Gen. Dan Caine testify before Congress amid escalating U.S.-Iran conflict and President Trump's mixed messages on military action.
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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Gen. Dan Caine appear before a Senate committee to discuss escalating war with Iran and defend a $67 billion Pentagon funding request.
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President Trump addressed reporters on the escalating conflict with Iran and related U.S. military actions while meeting Lebanon's president on July 21, 2026.
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Despite easing refined fuel export restrictions in July 2026, China enforces strict compliance measures to protect domestic reserves as tensions between Washington and Tehran escalate.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 21, 2026, 9:31 AM
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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Gen. Dan Caine will appear before the Senate to discuss the White House’s supplemental funding request following a deadly escalation in the U.S.-Iran conflict.
The Hill | Jul 21, 2026, 5:07 AM
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Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy credits over $100 million in DOT investments for smooth transit during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, countering claims of security and coordination failures.
Fox News Latest | Jul 21, 2026, 12:14 AM
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The recent deaths of three U.S. servicemembers in a 24-hour span have raised fears of further escalation in the ongoing Iran conflict, as diplomatic efforts continue amid growing casualties.
The Hill | Jul 20, 2026, 11:10 PM
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US President Donald Trump dismisses threat by New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani to arrest Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu amid ICC charges.
Al Jazeera | Jul 20, 2026, 10:37 PMpolitics
Tensions between the U.S. and Iran intensify with a tenth consecutive day of exchanges following the deaths of two U.S. soldiers in an Iranian strike on a Jordan air base.
NBC Politics | Jul 20, 2026, 9:38 PMus
Following the withdrawal of Graham Platner amid scandal, Maine Democrats back former legislator Troy Jackson for Senate. Meanwhile, Bulgaria requests parliamentary approval to host US tanker aircraft to support Middle East operations.
Guardian US | Jul 20, 2026, 12:08 PMpolitics
The former congresswoman challenged Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s characterization of fallen servicemembers as making a 'sacrifice' amid ongoing conflict linked to Iranian strikes.
The Hill | Jul 20, 2026, 2:40 AM
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The FBI reportedly shifts assault investigations on immigration agents to Homeland Security Investigations, while DHS denies claims of changes in FBI involvement, sparking a public dispute with The New York Times.
Fox News Latest | Jul 20, 2026, 1:33 AMworld
A US service member died in Iraq during a controlled detonation of a downed Iranian drone, marking the third US soldier killed since the ceasefire ended and prompting renewed US strikes on Iran.
France 24 English | Jul 20, 2026, 12:38 AMpolitics
Energy Secretary Chris Wright affirms U.S. commitment to keep oil and gas flowing through the Strait of Hormuz despite resumed hostilities with Iran, while seeking diplomatic solutions.
The Hill | Jul 19, 2026, 11:09 PMpolitics
Michigan Senate candidate Haley Stevens rejects claims that Israel influenced former President Trump's decisions regarding Iran amid renewed U.S. strikes.
The Hill | Jul 19, 2026, 8:53 PMus
Trump administration official defends prolonged conflict amid rising troop deaths and criticism, while US launches retaliatory strikes against Iran’s Revolutionary Guards.
Guardian US | Jul 19, 2026, 7:17 PMpolitics
President Trump calls for expanding the bipartisan Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025 to include Iran, following recent escalations in U.S.-Iran tensions and to honor the late Senator Lindsey Graham.
The Hill | Jul 19, 2026, 2:12 PMpolitics
U.S. retaliatory strikes follow Iranian attacks that killed two American service members in Jordan, while President Trump prepares to attend the FIFA World Cup Final in New Jersey.
The Hill | Jul 19, 2026, 1:59 PMpolitics
With national gas prices up nearly 30% since the Iran war began, several states have suspended or reduced gas taxes, and President Donald Trump has expressed intent to suspend the federal gas tax to ease costs for Americans.
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