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Pentagon Seeks $200 Billion for Iran War as Fiscal Pressures Mount

The Pentagon has reportedly requested over $200 billion in emergency funding for military operations against Iran, marking a massive escalation in Middle East conflict spending. This request, first reported by the Washington Post, signals a shift from regional containment to active large-scale engagement with profound implications for defense markets and global energy stability.

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