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US says Iran war cost $11 billion in six days: New York Times

US says Iran war cost $11 billion in six days: New York Times

Several congressional aides expect the White House to soon seek up to $50 billion or more from Congress for additional war funding

Asia
US Senate Democrats want answers on strike targeting Iran girls' school, civilian casualties

US Senate Democrats want answers on strike targeting Iran girls' school, civilian casualties

Senators say the school attack is horrific, with most victims girls aged 7-12, as neither the United States nor Israel takes responsibility.

Europe
Spain permanently withdraws ambassador as rift with Israel deepens

Spain permanently withdraws ambassador as rift with Israel deepens

Spain's Foreign Ministry says its embassy in Tel Aviv will be led by a charge d'affaires for the foreseeable future

Middle East
Israel strikes central Beirut as Lebanon death toll tops 630

Israel strikes central Beirut as Lebanon death toll tops 630

Israel's UN envoy says Israeli forces would continue to operate in Lebanon 'as long (as) there will be a threat against us'

North America
Democrats criticize Trump for failing to explain Iran war goals

Democrats criticize Trump for failing to explain Iran war goals

Eleven days into the war on Iran, US Democrats say the White House still fails to explain Trump’s reasons and goals for the conflict.