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Iran bombing could ramp up after midterm elections: Donald Trump

1 source · first seen 23:38 1 Oct · updated 23:38 1 Oct

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  • Trump believes Iran was stalling on diplomatic talks until after the elections
  • Escalation risk could lift crude costs for Indian oil companies and pressure fuel-sensitive sectors

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