Middle East
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China sold Iran spy satellite that was used to target U.S. bases: report
Iran used the satellite to monitor major U.S. military sites. Satellite imagery was taken in March prior to drone and missile strikes on the sites.
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British PM Starmer says he won't yield to pressure from Trump to enter Iran war
Starmer was adamant that his mind wouldn't be changed and said it isn't in the national interest of the United Kingdom to participate in the war.
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Ceasefire may be extended with a restart to negotiations possible, official says
The U.S. blockade on ships leaving Iranian ports has threatened the ceasefire agreement, and while a formal agreement hasn't been finalized, the U.S. is continuing to engage with Iran on an extension.
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U.S. begins to withdraw troops from Afghanistan
Per the peace agreement signed 10 days ago, the U.S. has begun removing troops from the Afghan region
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U.S. conducts airstrike against Taliban hours after Trump speaks with militant group leaders
The Taliban have killed 20 members of the Afghan forces since Monday, Trump and Pompeo remain hopeful that peace can be negotiated
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Exit polls indicate Netanyahu close to securing majority
Israeli PM is facing his third vote in less than a year to win reelection
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Israel votes third time on keeping Netanyahu as prime minister
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu is fighting to save political future, with tough election, then trial
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Taliban to begin 'reduction of violence' in Afghanistan toward peace deal with U.S. at end of month
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo reportedly set to sign a peace deal with Taliban leaders at the end of the month, following a seven-day "reduction of violence" beginning Friday
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Saudi Arabia’s hosting of G20 meeting to put focus on women’s rights
New World Bank data shows Saudi Arabia making strides for economic freedom for women, but actual job creation will be ultimate benchmark.
