“I am only thinking about how to prevent Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons,” Trump says ahead of his meeting with Xi: The agenda of the US–Beijing talks
“We cannot allow Iran to acquire nuclear weapons,” Trump said. As the ceasefire is being violated in the Straits, the POTUS is rushing to close the front, fearing he may appear weakened
War with Iran: The $29 billion “bill” pressures Trump and divides Congress
The cost of a war that continues to expand even without active fighting, depleted ammunition stockpiles, and the political battle over who controls the American war machine
Inflation in the US rises to 3.8%, mainly driven by higher gasoline prices due to the war
This marks the highest level since May 2023, with the war in the Middle East playing a significant role