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Conflict & Security · Middle EastUS war with Iran cost $45.1 billion, Pentagon reports
The US war with Iran has cost an estimated $45.1 billion, according to a Pentagon report to Congress. This figure surpasses earlier projections and includes significant spending on war-related costs and fuel.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastSouth Korean President Lee Jae‑myung refuses to send troops to US‑led Iran war
On 18 September 2026 President Lee Jae‑myung announced South Korea will not deploy troops or military assets to a US‑led war against Iran. He added that naval operations would only protect South Korean ships. The remark came after pressure from US President Donald Trump.
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Politics · Asia-PacificSouth Korean President: Trump Wants Dialogue with North Korea
South Korean President Lee Jae-myung stated that U.S. President Donald Trump clearly wants dialogue with North Korea. Lee also confirmed that South Korea will not deploy troops to intervene militarily in the Iran war.
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Politics · United StatesTwo Iowa Republicans Back Iran War Powers Resolution
Two Republican members of the House of Representatives from Iowa voted in favour of a war powers resolution aimed at halting military action in Iran. This vote was the first of its kind for these two representatives.
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Business & Economy · United StatesUS and Canada impose reciprocal tariffs impacting small businesses
A trade war between the United States and Canada has led to reciprocal tariffs on approximately $20 billion of goods. Small business owners report increased costs and reduced sales, exacerbated by rising energy prices linked to the Iran war.
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Politics · Middle EastMassie files impeachment articles against Defense Secretary Hegseth
Representative Thomas Massie has introduced articles of impeachment against Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. Massie alleges Hegseth continued U.S. military operations in Iran without congressional approval and criticizes his actions in Venezuela and Yemen.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastPentagon report details Iran war costs, munitions shortfalls
A Pentagon inspector general's report has detailed the financial and material costs of the Iran war, estimating expenses at $33.4 billion as of June 29. The report also highlighted significant damage to U.S. bases and aircraft, alongside strategic inventory shortfalls for munitions.
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Business & Economy · United StatesUS hosts G20 energy meetings amid Iran war disruption
The United States has commenced G20 energy meetings in Houston, Texas, aimed at promoting 'energy abundance'. The talks occur as the ongoing conflict between the US and Iran continues to disrupt global fuel markets. Delegations from major economies and oil producers are attending.
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Iran War Costs Americans $100 Billion in Extra Energy Expenses
The war in Iran has cost American consumers an estimated $100 billion in additional energy expenses, according to Brown University. The figure continues to increase, adding approximately $1 million every two minutes.
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Conflict & Security · United StatesTrump calls media 'treasonous scum' over munitions reports
President Donald Trump has labelled media outlets reporting on low US munitions stockpiles during the Iran war as 'treasonous scum'. He claims US production is at 'levels never seen before' and stockpiles are 'far more than we could ever use'. Experts, however, warn that replenishing key weapons could take at least two years.
United States4 min readTrust 65 · Craft 55 · Hype 55![US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth speaks during a ceremony at the Pentagon in Washington, DC on August 26, 2026 [Evelyn Hockstein/Reuters]](https://www.aljazeera.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/reuters_6a988137-1788379447.jpg?resize=1920%2C1440)
Politics · United StatesTillis calls on Trump to fire Defence Secretary Hegseth over military leadership
Senator Thom Tillis urged President Donald Trump to dismiss Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth, accusing him of creating a 'leadership void' in the military. The call follows Army Secretary Dan Driscoll's resignation and comes amid a six-month war with Iran and low public approval for the administration's handling of it.
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Business & Economy · United StatesUS Strategic Petroleum Reserve falls to 40-year low below 300 million barrels
The US Strategic Petroleum Reserve has dropped below 300 million barrels for the first time since 1983, reaching its lowest level in over 40 years. The drawdown, aimed at stabilising fuel prices during the Iran war, has raised concerns about cavern integrity and future emergency response capacity.
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Politics · United StatesTrump approves $30m PAC spending to shore up Republican midterm candidates
President Donald Trump has approved spending millions from his personal political action committee to support vulnerable Republican candidates in November’s midterm elections. Advisers say the first tranche could reach $30m, though the final amount remains undecided. The move follows internal GOP anxiety over slipping poll numbers and low voter turnout.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastUS lost 45 Reaper drones in Iran war, costing over $1.3bn
The US military has lost at least 45 MQ-9 Reaper drones during its war with Iran, according to a Washington Post report citing three officials. The losses, valued at over $1.3bn, represent roughly 25% of the combined Air Force and Marine Corps fleet before the war began.
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Nearly 700 US troops wounded in Iran war suffer traumatic brain injuries
Nearly 700 US service members have been wounded by drone and missile attacks in the Middle East, with most suffering traumatic brain injuries. While Pentagon officials describe the majority as minor concussions, medical experts caution that symptoms can persist for years, and repeated injuries increase long-term risks.
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Politics · Middle EastTrump says oil firms profit too much from Iran war shortage
President Donald Trump said oil companies are making “too much money” due to a shortage caused by the Iran war, which has led to retaliatory actions blocking the Strait of Hormuz. Right-rated outlets led on his criticism, while no left- or centre-rated reports carried the story.
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