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Two oil tankers catch fire after Iranian attacks in Iraqi watersExternal Link
Two oil tankers caught fire after overnight attacks by Iranian vessels in Iraqi waters, killing at least one crew member, according to port officials. Iraqi officials said the Marshall Islands and Malta-flagged ships had loaded fuel cargos in Iraq before the attacks.
Thu, 12 Mar 2026 08:10:32 GMT
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First 6 days of Iran war cost $11.3 billion, Pentagon tells CongressExternal Link
Officials briefed the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Defense. One senator said he believes cost is higher since the figure didn't include aspects like munitions replacement.
Thu, 12 Mar 2026 00:27:17 GMT
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Trump to tap strategic oil reserve to bring down gas pricesExternal Link
With Iran attacking tankers in the Strait of Hormuz, President Trump and several other countries are tapping emergency reserves to bring down oil prices. NBC News’ Garrett Haake reports.
Wed, 11 Mar 2026 23:08:08 GMT
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First 6 days of Iran war cost $11.3 billion, Pentagon tells CongressExternal Link
Officials briefed the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Defense. One senator said he believes cost is higher since the figure didn't include aspects like munitions replacement.
Thu, 12 Mar 2026 00:27:17 GMT
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Inside a Beirut hospital treating wounded childrenExternal Link
Inside a Beirut hospital treating wounded children
Thu, 12 Mar 2026 09:38:54 GMT
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