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At Least 7,000 Dead in Iran Protests, Activists Say
Washington and Tehran are continuing negotiations regarding the Islamic Republic’s nuclear program.
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Israel Has Joined Trump’s Board of Peace, Netanyahu Says
The Board of Peace was set up as part of a U.S.-backed agreement between Israel and the terrorist group Hamas, to resolve issues following the Gaza cease-fire.
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Trump Says Meeting With Netanyahu Yielded No Definitive Agreement on Iran
The president says he told Netanyahu that negotiations with Iran must continue to determine if an agreement is possible.
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US Sanctions Hezbollah Finance Operatives
The measures designate four entities and two individuals accused of supporting the Iran-backed group’s global financing operations.
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Iranian President Apologizes to People Affected by Protests, Unrest
‘We are fully prepared to solve the country’s problems. But the solution is not burning or spreading false rumors,’ Pezeshkian said.
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Trump Reaffirms Opposition to West Bank Annexation Ahead of Netanyahu Meeting
The West Bank remains subject to differing levels of Israeli military and administrative authority.
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Trump Says He Could Order Second Carrier Group to Middle East If Iran Talks Falter
‘Either we will make a deal or we will have to do something very tough like last time,’ the U.S. president said.
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US, Azerbaijan Sign Strategic Partnership Agreement During Vance Visit
The deal covers arms and technology transfers to Azerbaijan, and follows Vice President J.D. Vance’s visit to neighboring Armenia.
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Iran Suggests It May Dilute Uranium in Return for US Sanctions Relief
The International Atomic Energy Agency said in a report last year that Iran had accelerated its production of near-weapons-grade uranium.
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US Issues Fresh Maritime Guidance Amid US–Iran Tensions
The advisory to commercial vessels urges caution in the Strait of Hormuz as nuclear negotiations begin and new tariffs target Iran’s trade partners.
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US Reaches Nuclear Energy Pact With Armenia to Boost American Exports
Armenia’s prime minister considers the agreement, signed by U.S. Vice President JD Vance, as a new chapter in a ‘deepening energy partnership.’
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‘Incredibly Combustible’: Premier Backs Police After Clashes During Israeli Leader’s Visit
‘As difficult as the scenes were to watch, it would have been infinitely worse if NSW Police didn’t do their job last night,’ said NSW Premier Chris Minns.
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Israel Approves Measures to Ease Land Purchases in West Bank
Arab and Muslim-majority states condemned the move as illegal and harmful to a two-state solution.
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Iran Arrests Dissenters Following Protests
The suppression comes days after the United States and Iran engaged in mediated talks in Oman.
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Herzog Warns Anti-Semitism a ‘Global Threat’ During Visit to Site of Bondi Terror Attack
Herzog welcomed post-Bondi legislation, but warned against symbolism.
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Iranian Official Says Country Has Right to Pursue Nuclear Program Amid US Warnings
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, however, says that talks with the United States are a ‘step forward.’
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Israel Says Netanyahu to Meet With Trump in Washington Next Week
The Israeli prime minister’s office said negotiations between the U.S. and Iran should include constraints on Iran’s missile capabilities.
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US State Department Announces New Sanctions on Iran Oil Network
The sanctions come as talks between Washington and Tehran were initiated in Oman.
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Trump Orders 25 Percent Tariffs on Nations Trading With Iran
The president cited national security concerns while imposing the levies, following through on threats made in January.
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At Least 7,000 Dead in Iran Protests, Activists Say
Washington and Tehran are continuing negotiations regarding the Islamic Republic’s nuclear program.
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Israel Has Joined Trump’s Board of Peace, Netanyahu Says
The Board of Peace was set up as part of a U.S.-backed agreement between Israel and the terrorist group Hamas, to resolve issues following the Gaza cease-fire.
|
Trump Says Meeting With Netanyahu Yielded No Definitive Agreement on Iran
The president says he told Netanyahu that negotiations with Iran must continue to determine if an agreement is possible.
|
US Sanctions Hezbollah Finance Operatives
The measures designate four entities and two individuals accused of supporting the Iran-backed group’s global financing operations.
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Iranian President Apologizes to People Affected by Protests, Unrest
‘We are fully prepared to solve the country’s problems. But the solution is not burning or spreading false rumors,’ Pezeshkian said.
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Trump Reaffirms Opposition to West Bank Annexation Ahead of Netanyahu Meeting
The West Bank remains subject to differing levels of Israeli military and administrative authority.
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Trump Says He Could Order Second Carrier Group to Middle East If Iran Talks Falter
‘Either we will make a deal or we will have to do something very tough like last time,’ the U.S. president said.
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US, Azerbaijan Sign Strategic Partnership Agreement During Vance Visit
The deal covers arms and technology transfers to Azerbaijan, and follows Vice President J.D. Vance’s visit to neighboring Armenia.
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Iran Suggests It May Dilute Uranium in Return for US Sanctions Relief
The International Atomic Energy Agency said in a report last year that Iran had accelerated its production of near-weapons-grade uranium.
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US Issues Fresh Maritime Guidance Amid US–Iran Tensions
The advisory to commercial vessels urges caution in the Strait of Hormuz as nuclear negotiations begin and new tariffs target Iran’s trade partners.
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US Reaches Nuclear Energy Pact With Armenia to Boost American Exports
Armenia’s prime minister considers the agreement, signed by U.S. Vice President JD Vance, as a new chapter in a ‘deepening energy partnership.’
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‘Incredibly Combustible’: Premier Backs Police After Clashes During Israeli Leader’s Visit
‘As difficult as the scenes were to watch, it would have been infinitely worse if NSW Police didn’t do their job last night,’ said NSW Premier Chris Minns.
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Israel Approves Measures to Ease Land Purchases in West Bank
Arab and Muslim-majority states condemned the move as illegal and harmful to a two-state solution.
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Iran Arrests Dissenters Following Protests
The suppression comes days after the United States and Iran engaged in mediated talks in Oman.
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Herzog Warns Anti-Semitism a ‘Global Threat’ During Visit to Site of Bondi Terror Attack
Herzog welcomed post-Bondi legislation, but warned against symbolism.
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Iranian Official Says Country Has Right to Pursue Nuclear Program Amid US Warnings
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, however, says that talks with the United States are a ‘step forward.’
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Israel Says Netanyahu to Meet With Trump in Washington Next Week
The Israeli prime minister’s office said negotiations between the U.S. and Iran should include constraints on Iran’s missile capabilities.
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US State Department Announces New Sanctions on Iran Oil Network
The sanctions come as talks between Washington and Tehran were initiated in Oman.
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Trump Orders 25 Percent Tariffs on Nations Trading With Iran
The president cited national security concerns while imposing the levies, following through on threats made in January.
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