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EPISODE · Jul 20, 2026 · 9 MIN

U.S. Troops Killed in Middle East, Iran Oil Billions & State Department Travel Warning

from The White House Briefing Room with Jon Decker · host iHeartPodcasts

The Middle East conflict continues to escalate as additional American service members are killed or reported missing following Iranian attacks in Iraq and Jordan. In this episode of The White House Briefing Room, Jon Decker breaks down the latest developments as the U.S. deploys additional military assets to the region amid growing tensions with Iran. Jon also explains how Iran generated billions of dollars in oil revenue following the temporary easing of U.S. restrictions, why those funds could reshape the conflict, and how renewed naval blockades are impacting global energy markets. Plus, the latest on rising oil and gas prices, the State Department's new travel warning for Americans overseas, and Vice President J.D. Vance and Second Lady Usha Vance welcome a new baby boy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The Middle East conflict continues to escalate as additional American service members are killed or reported missing following Iranian attacks in Iraq and Jordan. In this episode of The White House Briefing Room, Jon Decker breaks down the latest developments as the U.S. deploys additional military assets to the region amid growing tensions with Iran.

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