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In the United States, President Donald Trump recently referred to the ongoing conflict in Iran as "small potatoes." His comments were made during a press conference where he defended Vice President JD Vance's assertion that the situation should not be labeled a war. Trump noted that the conflict has resulted in 18 U.S. service member deaths and significant costs but emphasized that it is not a major issue for the country, especially ahead of the midterm elections.
