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United States and Iran Exchange Strikes as Washington Pushes for New Regional Settlement

The United States launched targeted strikes on Iranian infrastructure, prompting Tehran to declare a recent ceasefire void and close the Strait of Hormuz. President Donald Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said the military escalation is intended to increase pressure for a broader diplomatic settlement in the region.
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Why Americans Queue for $15 Ice Cream and a $100 Caviar Pint
Another AI Genius Left the United States — and Silicon Valley Is Starting to Worry
Shein Reports $99mn Loss as Trade Barriers Test Low-Cost Model
CXMT Gains 466% in China’s Biggest IPO Since 2010
Amazon Seeks Approval for 5,105-Satellite Mobile Network
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Trump Directs Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac to Purchase $200 Billion in Mortgage Securities
US Military Carries Out Deadly Strike on Suspected Drug Trafficking Vessel in Eastern Pacific
Trump Signs Executive Order Tightening Customs Enforcement and Targeting Illicit Supply Chains
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Italy Cancels Washington Visit After Diplomatic Dispute Between Giorgia Meloni and Donald Trump
Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook Reports $1.3 Million in Legal and Security Costs After Dismissal Attempt
White House Redirects Secret Service Funds to Finance Multi-Million Dollar East Wing Ballroom Project
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