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War Alert: Iran-US War Enters Day 36 with Escalation and Global Impact

On day 36 of the ongoing conflict between the United States and Iran, several major developments have emerged. Iran has claimed it shot down two US fighter jets, including an F-15 and possibly an A-10, though these claims remain disputed. Donald Trump stated that such incidents would not affect ongoing negotiations. Iran has also rejected a proposed 48-hour ceasefire, signaling continued escalation. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu claimed that 70% of Iran’s military strength has been destroyed. Meanwhile, Iran has refused talks in Pakistan, and Qatar has stepped back from mediation efforts. Globally, food prices have risen, as reported by the Food and Agriculture Organization, while Trump has proposed a major increase in the US defense budget. On the battlefield, Iran launched fresh strikes on Israel and allegedly targeted a US Chinook helicopter in Kuwait. Rescue operations continue for a missing US pilot as tensions reach a critical point.

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