The home front: How Israel, Iran, and US leaders have been hit by the war
Author: Simon Speakman CordallPublished on: August 30, 2026Country: United States
Politics

Six months ago, the US and Israel conducted strikes in Tehran, killing Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. The US war aims, including the destruction of Iran's nuclear capabilities, appear to have failed. Meanwhile, Iran's economic crisis worsens, and petrol prices have risen by 50% since the conflict began, impacting Donald Trump's popularity ahead of the midterm elections.
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