US Congress Faces Deadline on War with Iran
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- Category: Politics
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-05-01 03:43 UTC
- Sources: France 24 English
The US President is considering new military strike options against Iran, including a plan drafted by US Central Command for "short and powerful" strikes. The report caused a brief surge in oil prices, reaching $126 per barrel.
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