Trump claimed the US has complete control over the Strait of Hormuz and predicted oil prices will collapse once the war ends. While he stated Iran will never possess nuclear weapons, the New York Times reports he will approve striking Iran within days with speed, intensity and force. Separately, flight-tracking data shows Riyadh's King Khalid Airport cancelled 81 flights overnight.
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Pentagon Raises Iran War Toll to 21 Dead and 865 Wounded
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The US Department of Defense added 2 deaths and 4 wounded to its casualty list for the conflict with Iran as of Oct. 9, 2026. The total military toll now stands at 21 deaths and 865 wounded in action, with 15 fatalities and 417 injuries occurring under Operation Epic Fury and 6 deaths and 448 injuries under Overseas Operations.
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