Economic fallout from U.S.-led war is hitting the rest of the world harder - The Washington Post

ROME — As the United States wages war with no clear endgame, large swaths of the globe are suffering worse than Americans from the economic fallout, weathering gasoline shortages, falling currencies and more severe energy shocks.

“Democracy Dies in Darkness By Anthony Faiola and Michelle Ye Hee Lee ROME — As the United States wages war with no clear endgame, large swaths of the globe are suffering worse than Americans from the economic fallout, weathering gasoline shortages, falling currencies and more severe energy shocks”

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The comments reflect widespread criticism of Donald Trump and his administration's actions, particularly regarding a war involving the U.S. and Israel against Iran.

Many commenters express disdain for Trump's leadership, blaming him for global economic turmoil, increased fuel... Show more

“Democracy Dies in Darkness By Anthony Faiola and Michelle Ye Hee Lee ROME — As the United States wages war with no clear endgame, large swaths of the globe are suffering worse than Americans from the economic fallout, weathering gasoline shortages, falling currencies and more severe energy shocks”

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“Democracy Dies in Darkness By Anthony Faiola and Michelle Ye Hee Lee ROME — As the United States wages war with no clear endgame, large swaths of the globe are suffering worse than Americans from the economic fallout, weathering gasoline shortages, falling currencies and more severe energy shocks”

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