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Economy
US War Costs Linked to Iran Conflict Exceed $132B
DID Press: The New York Times reports, citing economic and security data, that the United States’ costs related to military and strategic confrontations involving Iran have surpassed $132 billion, placing significant financial pressure on taxpayers and consumers. According to estimates…
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Economy
Energy Shock Pushes Inflation Higher in US
DID Press: Rising energy prices and a sharp increase in transportation costs are adding renewed inflationary pressure in the United States, complicating expectations for interest rate cuts as policymakers face persistent price pressures across key sectors. Analysis cited by The…
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Environment
Middle East Water Infrastructure Faces Severe Crisis Risk, Brookings Warns
DID Press: A new analysis by the Brookings Institution warns that the so-called “Ramadan War” has exposed deep vulnerabilities in the Middle East’s water infrastructure, potentially pushing the region’s chronic water crisis into an unprecedented phase. In a report authored…
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