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United States Conducts Airstrikes, Pentagon Requests $67 Billion for Conflict
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United States Conducts Airstrikes, Pentagon Requests $67 Billion for Conflict

The United States conducted new airstrikes against Iranian targets on Tuesday. This action occurred hours after the Pentagon asked Congress for an additional $67 billion to fund the conflict. President Donald Trump indicated the operations would continue.

08/21/2026 · North Carolina edition

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The United States military carried out further airstrikes against Iranian positions on Tuesday. This activity came hours after the Pentagon submitted a request to Congress for an additional $67 billion in funding to support the ongoing conflict.

President Donald Trump stated, "We're not finished at all," regarding the current military engagement. NBC's Garrett Haake reported on these developments for TODAY.

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