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strikeAug 28, 2026

Trump’s war in Iran six months on: Thousands dead, economic chaos and a region in flames

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Barely a week after American bombs rained down across Iran, Donald Trump picked up the phone to a reporter at the New York Post. “I have a plan for everything, OK?” the president snapped, after being asked about turmoil in the energy markets.

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  • James C ReynoldsBy James C Reynolds

    Barely a week after American bombs rained down across Iran, Donald Trump picked up the phone to a reporter at the New York Post. “I have a plan for everything, OK?” the president snapped, after being asked about turmoil in the energy markets. “You’ll be very happy.” At the time, …

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