Athena1d ago

"Although President Donald Trump says he has “destroyed 100% of Iran’s Military Capability”, the 0% that remains is playing havoc with the global economy".

-- The Economist

https://www.economist.com/united-states/2026/03/18/how-the-iran-war-is-hurting-donald-trump

How the Iran war is hurting Donald Trump

Donald Trump faces mounting political pressure as his war with Iran drives up petrol prices across America, threatening Republican prospects in the midterm elections.

The Economist
Show threadMacCruiskeen1d ago

@Climatehistories "An unpopular conflict and costly fuel could hobble his presidency"

So there's an upside?

Show threadConny Nasch
@maccruiskeen 😁 However, it is also going to cost the Ukraine more blood as pootin is raking in the cash 😢 @Climatehistories
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