Iran denies oil spill near main oil facility as US war costs climb

Iran denied allegations of an oil spill near the Strait of Hormuz, attributing it to wastewater discharged by a foreign tanker. The cost of the US-Iran war is escalating, reaching nearly $29 billion, prompting calls from Congress for additional funding. This spill further exacerbates pressure on the Middle East’s energy systems and fuels ongoing debates about the conflict's financial implications.