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Middle East Tensions Rise with Potential Global Impact as U.S. Considers Response
Rising tensions in the Middle East, with Israel engaged in conflict with Hamas and Hezbollah, are escalating concerns of a broader regional war. The U.S. military is on alert for potential Iranian attacks on Israel, which could prompt direct American involvement. Meanwhile, global oil prices are surging due to fears that a war could disrupt oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz, a critical shipping lane. The State Department is advocating for a diplomatic resolution while the U.S. monitors the situation closely.
By: NBC Palm Springs
August 13, 2024
Middle East conflictIsraelHamasHezbollahIranUS military responseoil pricesStrait of Hormuzdiplomatic resolution

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