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Iran war increasing inflation, straining US munitions: congressional report

Written and edited by the WorldPing NewsdeskPublished Updated Original reporting: Al Jazeera

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Report by nonpartisan research body finds that replenishing depleted munitions stockpiles could take up to five years.

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  • Reported by Al Jazeera and published Wed, 16 Sep 2026 00:38:12 UTC.

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  1. Iran war has led to US munitions shortfalls, Pentagon inspector confirms

  2. Turks often keep gold as a hedge against inflation. It may be hurting Turkey's future

  3. War on Iran cost U.S. more than $38 billion: Congressional Budget Office

  4. Iran war increasing inflation, straining US munitions: congressional report

  5. U.S. military says Iran war has led to munitions shortfall

  6. Gaza residential building collapses, six families reportedly trapped

  7. Oil falls as U.S. crude inventories reportedly rise, traders weigh Saudi pipeline closure

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