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U.S. Strikes Iran in Response to attack on a commercial vessel
The U.S. military strikes Iran on Thursday in response to an Iranian drone attack on a commercial vessel transiting the Strait of Hormuz.
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Middle East coverage: the war with Iran, Israel and its neighbors, shipping and security in the Strait of Hormuz, U.S. force posture across the region, and the diplomacy running alongside it.
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Tehran agrees to destroy enriched uranium stockpile
U.S. and Iran sign nuclear memorandum of understanding; Tehran agrees to destroy enriched uranium stockpile
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Iran targets commercial vessel in Strait of Hormuz; U.S. strikes back
The United States carried out new airstrikes on a military site in southern Iran on Wednesday
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Israel, Lebanon Extend Ceasefire 45 Days After Trump Administration Talks
Israel and Lebanon agreed to extend their ceasefire for 45 days following Washington negotiations as Trump administration works to contain Middle East conflict.
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Trump Weighs Iran War Decision After China Visit — Netanyahu Pushes for Action
Israeli sources say Trump faces decision on resuming Iran military action vs. Hormuz blockade after Beijing trip ends this week. Netanyahu wants renewed strikes.
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Trump Claims US-China 'Feel Very Similar' on Iran War — No Details Given
President Trump said US and China share views on ending Iran conflict during Beijing summit with Xi Jinping, but offered no specifics on breakthrough.
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CIA Report: Iran Regime Has 3-4 Months Left Under Economic Blockade
Leaked CIA assessment shows Iranian regime can only survive current blockade for three to four months, as expert calls for targeting oil revenue streams.
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Iran Military at 'Highest Level of Readiness' as Vance Claims Diplomatic Progress
Iranian Brigadier-General Mohammad Akrami Nia warns of military readiness with 'no room for retreat' as VP Vance reports progress in talks during Trump's China trip.
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China Gains Military Edge Over US During Iran War — Cuba Out of Fuel
US intelligence warns China gaining military, economic advantage over America during Iran conflict. Cuba runs out of fuel from Hormuz blockade. Xi-Trump summit today.