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US lawmakers warn of Trump administration's ‘incoherent’ Iran war strategy after classified briefing

US lawmakers warn of Trump administration's ‘incoherent’ Iran war strategy after classified briefing

'They hinted at more bombing. Which is, of course, endless war,' says Senator Chris Murphy after briefing from administration officials

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US senator warns America 'seems to be on a path' toward deploying ground troops in Iran
10.03.2026

US senator warns America 'seems to be on a path' toward deploying ground troops in Iran

After classified briefing, Richard Blumenthal says Russia appears to be 'actively and intensively' aiding Iran, demands answers on war costs

Trump warns of consequences at levels 'never seen before' if Iran does not remove mines from Strait of Hormuz
10.03.2026

Trump warns of consequences at levels 'never seen before' if Iran does not remove mines from Strait of Hormuz

CNN reports Iran has begun laying mines in the waterway; Trump says US has no confirmed reports yet

140 US service members wounded since attacks on Iran began, 8 severely injured: Pentagon
10.03.2026

140 US service members wounded since attacks on Iran began, 8 severely injured: Pentagon

Majority of injuries minor; 108 personnel have returned to duty, spokesperson says

White House denies tanker escorted through Strait of Hormuz by US Navy
10.03.2026

White House denies tanker escorted through Strait of Hormuz by US Navy

⁠‘I can confirm that the US Navy has not escorted a tanker or a vessel at this time, though, of course, that's an option the President has said he will absolutely utilize if and when necessary,’ says spokesperson

US asks Israel not to strike Iran's oil infrastructure: Report
10.03.2026

US asks Israel not to strike Iran's oil infrastructure: Report

Trump views energy strikes as 'doomsday option' to be held in reserve, source tells Axios