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Iran fires on its Gulf neighbors, retaliating for U.S. strikes after a monthlong lull

The six-month war has led to a spike in oil prices, roiled the global economy and posed increasing political problems for President Trump's Republican Party ahead of November midterm elections.

Iran fires on its Gulf neighbors, retaliating for U.S. strikes after a monthlong lull
Image: NPR World

The six-month war has led to a spike in oil prices, roiled the global economy and posed increasing political problems for President Trump's Republican Party ahead of November midterm elections.

(Image credit: Masoud Mohammadi)

Originally published at NPR World

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