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Zelensky: Russia providing Iran with Shahed drones used against US bases

President Trump claims US victory, while Ukraine's Zelensky accuses Russia of providing drones to Iran

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The conflict between the US and Iran has escalated, with President Trump claiming victory and Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky accusing Russia of providing drones to Iran. The drones, known as Shahed drones, were...

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President Trump declared on Saturday that the US has beaten Iran "militarily, economically, and in every other way" in a Truth Social post. Trump...

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  • President Trump declared on Saturday that the US has beaten Iran "militarily, economically, and in every other way" in a Truth Social post.
  • Trump also called on countries that receive oil through the Strait of Hormuz to "take care" of the closed passage.
  • Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky claimed that Russia provided Iran with Shahed drones that were later used on US bases.
  • A super PAC backing Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton for Senate is airing television ads in Palm Beach, Fla., where President Trump is spending the weekend at his Mar-a-Lago resort.

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The conflict between the US and Iran has significant implications for global oil prices and regional stability. The Strait of Hormuz, a critical...

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The conflict between the US and Iran has significant implications for global oil prices and regional stability. The Strait of Hormuz, a critical waterway for oil shipments, has been closed by Iran, causing oil prices to surge. The US has imposed sanctions on Iran, which has retaliated with drone attacks on US bases.

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The US and Iran are engaged in a game of chicken, with neither side willing to back down." — Dr. Trita Parsi, Middle East expert

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"The US and Iran are engaged in a game of chicken, with neither side willing to back down." — Dr. Trita Parsi, Middle East expert

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Who: President Trump, President Volodymyr Zelensky, Iran What: Conflict between the US and Iran, drone attacks on US bases

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  • What: Conflict between the US and Iran, drone attacks on US bases

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The US and Iran are likely to continue their standoff, with neither side willing to back down. The international community is calling for a peaceful resolution to the conflict, but it remains to be seen whether a diplomatic solution can be reached.

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    Zelensky: Russia providing Iran with Shahed drones used against US bases

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    Paxton PAC running TV ads in Palm Beach while Trump at Mar-a-Lago

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    Sunday shows preview: Trump faces questions about length of Iran conflict as war enters third week

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    Trump: U.S. has beaten Iran “militarily, economically, and in every other way”

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Zelensky: Russia providing Iran with Shahed drones used against US bases

President Trump claims US victory, while Ukraine's Zelensky accuses Russia of providing drones to Iran

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Sunday, March 15, 2026 • 2 min read • 5 source references

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The conflict between the US and Iran has escalated, with President Trump claiming victory and Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky accusing Russia of providing drones to Iran. The drones, known as Shahed drones, were allegedly used to attack US bases.

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  • President Trump declared on Saturday that the US has beaten Iran "militarily, economically, and in every other way" in a Truth Social post.
  • Trump also called on countries that receive oil through the Strait of Hormuz to "take care" of the closed passage.
  • Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky claimed that Russia provided Iran with Shahed drones that were later used on US bases.
  • A super PAC backing Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton for Senate is airing television ads in Palm Beach, Fla., where President Trump is spending the weekend at his Mar-a-Lago resort.

Why It Matters

The conflict between the US and Iran has significant implications for global oil prices and regional stability. The Strait of Hormuz, a critical waterway for oil shipments, has been closed by Iran, causing oil prices to surge. The US has imposed sanctions on Iran, which has retaliated with drone attacks on US bases.

What Experts Say

"The US and Iran are engaged in a game of chicken, with neither side willing to back down." — Dr. Trita Parsi, Middle East expert

Key Facts

  • Who: President Trump, President Volodymyr Zelensky, Iran
  • What: Conflict between the US and Iran, drone attacks on US bases

What Comes Next

The US and Iran are likely to continue their standoff, with neither side willing to back down. The international community is calling for a peaceful resolution to the conflict, but it remains to be seen whether a diplomatic solution can be reached.

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