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Iran War Dominates Coverage Amidst Rallies, Economic Strain, and Casualty Discrepancies
Hundreds of thousands of people participated in government-organized rallies in Iran, amidst the ongoing war and economic pressures. The war's cost is estimated at $43.6 billion, with diesel prices reaching record highs. UN experts have stated that the US committed war crimes in an Iran school strike. Reports also indicate that more US troops have died in the conflict than the Pentagon has publicly disclosed. The conflict, which began in late February with US and Israeli strikes, has seen the Houthis rise in importance within Iran's 'axis of resistance,' potentially jeopardizing the Trump presidency and impacting living costs ahead of midterms. A Fox News poll found 71% of Americans believe the Trump administration lacks a plan to end the war.
How outlets across the spectrum covered it
- Left (5): Al Jazeera English, The Hindu, The Independent, The New York Times, The Washington Post
- Centre (12): Associated Press, Deutsche Welle, Evening Standard, Fortune, France 24, Mint, NDTV, NPR, Reuters, South China Morning Post, The Japan Times, The Wall Street Journal
- Right (3): Fox News, The Daily Telegraph, The Jerusalem Post