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International Relations

World politics, and the effects of U.S. foreign policy abroad.

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International Relations · 5 min read

The War Nobody Voted On

Eight months in, the Iran war has cost more than $47 billion and 23 American lives. Congress never approved it, and most Americans have opposed it from the start.

By Youth Outsider Editorial Team · November 1, 2026

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