Trump Faces Mounting Challenges Ahead of National Address Amid Iran Conflict
As President Trump prepares for a Thursday evening address, his political difficulties intensify amid renewed conflict with Iran and public demand for peace.
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As President Trump prepares for a Thursday evening address, his political difficulties intensify amid renewed conflict with Iran and public demand for peace.
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The US has launched its third consecutive night of strikes on Iran following Donald Trump's announcement to reinstate a maritime blockade and impose tariffs on shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.
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