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strikeMay 2, 2026
How long before Iran breaks under crushing US pressure?
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The US naval blockade and mounting economic pressure are tightening the screws on Iran’s already fragile economy. Yet despite visible strain, Iran is indicating it can endure a prolonged confrontation.
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The US naval blockade and mounting economic pressure are tightening the screws on Iran’s already fragile economy. Yet despite visible strain, Iran is indicating it can endure a prolonged confrontation. Iran’s military says it’s likely the US-Israel war on the country will resume …
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