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Israel Iran War · 22 March 2026

Former Official Believes War Not Going Well For President

Former Official Believes War Not Going Well For President

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Oil prices rose sharply, risking a global economic crisis. Iran targeted tankers through Hormuz Strait, prompting Donald Trump to threaten to obliterate Iran's power stations if it isn't open in 48 hours. Karen von Hippel said Donald Trump is "in a panic" because the situation hasn't gone as he hoped.

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