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Trump Administration Faces Public Jitters as Oil Prices Surge Amid Iran War
ByTony Romm, David E. Sanger and Michael Levenson March 19, 2026March 20, 2026

President Trump and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel suggested that the war with Iran could end soon, but that there were still more attacks ahead.

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As Trump Out-Putins Putin, Russia’s Global Influence Erodes
ByPaul Sonne March 6, 2026March 6, 2026

The conflict in Iran may give Moscow a short-term boost economically and in Ukraine. But it has also shown the limits of Russia’s partnerships.

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Iran’s Currency Collapse Pushes Protesters to the Streets
ByBen Hubbard, Sanam Mahoozi and Leily Nikounazar December 29, 2025December 30, 2025

High inflation and a currency collapse have squeezed Iranians’ budgets, challenging the country’s leaders.

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Guterres Says the U.N.’s Principles ‘Are Under Siege.’
ByFarnaz Fassihi September 23, 2025

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