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The game of encirclement and the American-Iranian cost
GlobeAlert Desk · curated from okaz.com.sa · Saudi Arabia · Middle East
The title refers to the 'game of encirclement and the American-Iranian cost,' suggesting ongoing geopolitical tensions and strategic dynamics between the United States and Iran.
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