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kentuck

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Sat Jun 20, 2026, 08:58 PM 19 hrs ago

The Iran War has taken an unpredictable turn. [View all]

Israel wants everyone to know that they did not sign the MofU, that Trump signed. They went into Lebanon last night and killed several dozen people in their pursuit of Hezbollah. This did not go over very well with the present Iranian leaders. They said they were closing the Strait of Hormuz once again.

Trump's fortunes lie with the Strait being open. He needs the oil to flow freely. The markets are at a dangerous level. The world's reserves are getting very low. This could have a very detrimental effect on the world's economy, including our own.

Netanyahu has put Trump into a very uncomfortable box. If he cannot control the leader of Israel, it is going to be difficult to get beyond the MofU.

Trump does not handle pressure very well. He could become desperate in his words and actions. The war is at a very serious crossroads, in my opinion.

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