Iran war nears fifth week with both sides fighting and oil prices surging
President Trump claimed the U.S. had decimated Iran's military shortly before two U.S. aircraft were downed over the region.
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Published Apr 3, 2026
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Two U.S. military aircraft were downed in Iran, marking a significant escalation in the five-week-old conflict. Despite President Trump's claims of military success, Iran continues to strike regional energy infrastructure, driving global oil prices up by 50%.
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