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United States and Iran Near Strait of Hormuz Shipping Deal as Oil Prices Fall

Diplomatic talks mediated by Oman are reportedly close to reopening commercial shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, easing concerns over global energy supplies and pushing oil prices lower, although United States President Donald Trump warned of a severe military response if negotiations collapse.
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Spain and Morocco Trade Blame After 72,000 Migrants Enter Ceuta
Apple Seeks Court Order to Stop OpenAI Using Alleged Trade Secrets
North Korea Warns Japan After Tomahawk Cruise Missile Test
SpaceX Posts Stronger-Than-Expected Revenue in First Earnings Report as a Public Company
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