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Prominent Democratic senators have sharply criticized Donald Trump’s threats to target Iran’s infrastructure, labeling these actions as war crimes and warning of the catastrophic implications for the security of American forces and the global economy.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Experts believe that if these reckless actions continue, particularly the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, oil prices could skyrocket to an unprecedented range of $170 to $200 per barrel, leading to rampant inflation in the U.S. In light of this, Democratic leaders have condemned the targeting of civilian infrastructure as irresponsible, advocating for an immediate de-escalation of tensions and a return to diplomatic efforts.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

In a strong condemnation, Democratic senators have denounced Donald Trump’s aggressive posturing towards Iran, calling his threats to target civilian infrastructure war crimes. Experts warn that escalating tensions, particularly around the Strait of Hormuz, could dramatically inflate oil prices, resulting in severe repercussions for both American forces and the global economy. 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