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Israel Iran War · 12 March 2026

President Trump says Iran has few attack sites left

President Trump says Iran has few attack sites left

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Global crude oil prices are rising significantly due to ongoing hostilities in the Strait of Hormuz, which impacts one-fifth of the world’s supply. President Trump stated on Wednesday to Axios that the U.S. operation against Iran is progressing faster than planned and causing extensive damage. Over 5,000 targets hit; Ayatollah Ali Khamenei died.

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