Middle East
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Five sanctioned Iranian ships cross U.S. naval blockade between Tuesday and Wednesday
The ships included three oil tankers, a bulk carrier and a container ship. Another sanctioned oil tanker turned off its location broadcasting system overnight on Monday as it approached the blockade from the Pakistani port of Karachi.
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Trump disputes parts of leaked memorandum, warns agreement isn't final and bombing could resume
A copy of the 14-point draft of the memorandum of understanding between the U.S. and Iran has been circulating, which contains agreements to end hostilities, lift sanctions, provide financial support to Iran and open up the Strait of Hormuz. Iranian state media and Trump are disputing the accuracy of the leaked document.
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You Vote: With first phase of a peace deal between the US and Iran, how optimistic are you about it?
“We’re willing to give significant sanctions relief if the Iranians make the kind of long-term commitments that are necessary to be a normal country, to give up their nuclear weapons program, to stop funding terrorist activities all over the Middle East."
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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.
