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Breaking / AS-1408 / Global / 02:45

Trump rejects Iran proposal to reopen Strait of Hormuz

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U.S. President Donald Trump rejected an Iranian proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz within seven days, saying the offer was unacceptable. The dispute adds uncertainty to a strategically vital shipping route amid escalating tensions and fighting in the region.

Sources: Reuters, NPR, Al Jazeera, Channel NewsAsia, The Hindu Read full →
Developing / AS-1399 / Global / 20:45

Trump rejects Iran plan to reopen Strait of Hormuz

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U.S. President Donald Trump has rejected an Iranian proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and halt regional fighting within seven days. The development raises the risk of renewed U.S. strikes and further disruption to one of the world’s most important energy routes.

Sources: Reuters, The Wall Street Journal, Euronews, The Guardian Read full →
Breaking / AS-1387 / Global / 12:45

Iran proposes seven-day Strait of Hormuz reopening plan amid US standoff

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Iran has proposed reopening the Strait of Hormuz within seven days under a plan submitted to the White House, while reports say Washington has rejected or resisted Tehran’s proposal. The standoff threatens a major global energy and shipping route and remains part of a wider US-Iran military and diplomatic crisis.

Sources: The Independent, BBC News, Arab News, Gulf News, Associated Press Read full →
Developing / AS-1326 / Global / 17:30

Saudi Arabia says Houthi missiles targeted the kingdom

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Saudi Arabia says it intercepted six ballistic missiles fired by Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthi movement toward Saudi cities. The report raises immediate concerns about a widening regional conflict involving Iran-aligned forces and Gulf states.

Sources: The New York Times, Euronews, Reuters Read full →
Breaking / AS-1236 / Global / 22:30

Trump weighs major escalation in war with Iran

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US President Donald Trump says he has entered a critical decision phase over the ongoing war with Iran, warning that “big things” are in store if Tehran does not change course.[12] The remarks raise global fears of a major military escalation in the Gulf, with regional actors including Qatar working on mediation proposals to restart talks between Washington and Tehran.[12]

Sources: Anadolu Agency, Euronews, CNN, BBC News, Reuters Read full →
Breaking / AS-1221 / Global / 12:30

Trump signals possible escalation in Iran war

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The most urgent breaking story is the escalating Iran war, with U.S. President Donald Trump warning of major developments as he weighs his next move. Iranian officials say they believe the United States may resume strikes, while regional tensions are also rising over attacks involving Yemen and Saudi Arabia.

Sources: Anadolu Agency, Euronews, Reuters, BBC News Read full →
Breaking / AS-1217 / Global / 10:01

Trump weighs response to Iran war escalation

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The most prominent breaking international story is the escalating crisis around the Iran war, with Donald Trump warning of major developments as he considers the U.S. next move. The situation is driving heightened tension across the Gulf, with shipping disruptions and regional security concerns intensifying.

Sources: Anadolu Agency, Reuters, CNN, BBC, Times of India Read full →
Breaking / AS-1054 / Global / 10:45

Saudi-led maritime coalition moves to protect Gulf shipping lanes

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Saudi Arabia has launched a new multinational maritime coalition aimed at securing shipping routes in the Gulf as regional tensions and attacks on vessels escalate. The initiative follows a series of drone and missile incidents and growing disruption to commercial traffic amid the ongoing US-Iran confrontation.[1][2][12][13]

Sources: CNN, Egyptian Gazette, NDTV, Webindia123, New York Post, NetNewsLedger, Werindia Read full →
Breaking / AS-0976 / Global / 00:45

Iran-linked maritime tensions escalate near Gulf shipping lanes

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The most prominent breaking world story in the available coverage is escalating tensions tied to Iran and its allies in the Gulf and nearby shipping routes. Reports describe attacks on commercial vessels, Houthi claims of strikes, and growing diplomatic concern about wider regional spillover.

Sources: CNN, AP, The Guardian, Anadolu Ajansı, Euronews Read full →
Breaking / AS-0975 / Global / 00:30

Saudi pipeline outage escalates Gulf security fears

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The most urgent breaking story is the reported Saudi oil pipeline outage and related attacks in the Gulf, with Yemen’s Houthis claiming strikes on a Saudi military base and reports of a projectile landing in southwestern Saudi Arabia. Reuters and other outlets indicate the incident is raising fears about regional security and possible wider energy-market disruption.

Sources: Anadolu Ajansı, Reuters, Egyptian Gazette Read full →
Breaking / AS-0972 / Global / 22:30

Iran ship hit near Strait of Hormuz amid regional escalation

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An Iranian commercial vessel has been struck near the Strait of Hormuz, killing at least one person and igniting a fire onboard.[11][10] The incident comes as Iran’s Revolutionary Guards warn of a forceful response to any U.S. naval approach to its declared restricted zones and as tensions with the U.S. and its allies surge around Gulf shipping lanes.[10] Authorities and maritime monitors are assessing the damage and wider implications for commercial traffic through one of the world’s most critical energy chokepoints.[10]

Sources: AP, Anadolu Agency, BBC News, Reuters, Al Jazeera Read full →
Breaking / AS-0971 / Global / 22:01

Iran damages US warplanes as Gulf tensions spike

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Iran has reportedly damaged US warplanes amid escalating confrontations in the Gulf region, adding to broader tensions involving Saudi Arabia, BRICS partners and Western allies.[5][11] The incident comes as Saudi Arabia faces mounting threats from Iran and its allies, and key oil infrastructure in the region has already been targeted and disrupted.[5][11]

Sources: Yahoo News, Associated Press, NDTV, BBC, Al Jazeera Read full →
Breaking / AS-0966 / Global / 19:30

Strait of Hormuz vessel attack heightens global oil supply fears

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A vessel has caught fire after a reported projectile strike in the Strait of Hormuz, intensifying concerns over threats to international shipping and global oil supplies.[7][12] Maritime authorities are evacuating crew and assessing damage, as governments and markets watch for signs of wider escalation in this critical energy chokepoint.[7][12]

Sources: Anadolu Agency, Reuters, Egyptian Gazette Read full →
Breaking / AS-0950 / Global / 08:00

Saudi shuts vital oil pipeline after aerial attack amid wider Gulf war

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Saudi Arabia has closed its East-West oil pipeline after the key energy conduit was hit in an aerial attack linked to the widening Middle East conflict.[7] The shutdown raises immediate concerns about global oil supply security and regional escalation.[7] Authorities are still assessing damage and potential disruption to exports.[7]

Sources: Reuters, NDTV Read full →
Breaking / AS-0944 / Global / 02:01

US-Iran war escalates, raising global conflict fears

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Fighting between US and Iranian forces has sharply intensified after a brief lull, with both sides exchanging strikes and mounting concerns over civilian casualties. A reported US strike on a wedding in southern Iran killed several people and injured dozens more, heightening worries the confrontation could broaden into a wider regional or global crisis.

Sources: UnitedNations, NDTV, GeoNews Read full →
Breaking / AS-0886 / Global / 08:01

Iran nuclear crisis drives emergency UN action

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The most consequential breaking story in the available reporting is the escalating Iran crisis, with an emergency UN Security Council session triggered by a nuclear referral and mounting regional military tensions. The situation is raising fears of further confrontation in the Strait of Hormuz and potential snapback sanctions.

Sources: Next Edition, Reuters, Anadolu Agency, UKMTO Read full →
Breaking / AS-0837 / Global / 19:45

U.S.-Iran strikes escalate around Gulf oil shipping

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The most consequential breaking story is the rapid escalation between the United States and Iran, with strikes hitting Iranian tankers and reports of Iranian missile retaliation against a U.S. base in Jordan. Multiple outlets also report that global oil prices have surged toward $100 a barrel as markets react to the risk of wider disruption.[2][11][12]

Sources: Democracy Now!, Times of India, CNN Read full →
Breaking / AS-0828 / Global / 12:45

Iran-US clash escalates as tankers and warships attacked

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The most urgent global story is the rapidly escalating confrontation between Iran and the United States, involving missile attacks on US warships and American strikes on Iranian oil tankers.[4][10][12][15] This clash is driving oil prices above $100 a barrel and raising fears of a broader regional war affecting global energy markets and security.[5][6][15]

Sources: AP, NBC News, Washington Post, Reuters, BBC, The Guardian, Al Jazeera, CNN Read full →
Breaking / AS-0826 / Global / 12:00

U.S. sinks Iranian oil tankers, triggering major Gulf confrontation

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The U.S. military has destroyed five Iranian crude oil tankers after missile attacks on an American warship, prompting Iran to retaliate against U.S. warships and a regional base. This rapidly escalating clash in and around the Strait of Hormuz is driving oil prices toward $100 a barrel and raising fears of a wider regional war.

Sources: AP, Reuters, BBC, NBC News, Al Jazeera, CNN, Washington Post, The Guardian Read full →
Breaking / AS-0824 / Global / 10:30

U.S.-Iran escalation threatens Gulf oil shipping

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The most consequential breaking story right now is the sharp escalation between the United States and Iran, with reports of U.S. strikes on Iranian tankers and new Iranian threats against Gulf oil vessels. This carries immediate global implications because it could disrupt oil flows through a critical shipping corridor.

Sources: Times of India, CNN, NDTV, The Standard, Egyptian Gazette Read full →
Breaking / AS-0820 / Global / 08:00

US strikes Iranian oil tankers, escalating Gulf confrontation

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The US military has destroyed five Iranian crude oil tankers following attacks on a US warship by Iran’s Revolutionary Guard, sharply escalating tensions between Washington and Tehran.[7][14] The incident is driving oil prices close to $100 a barrel and raising fears of wider regional conflict and disruption to global energy supplies.[14]

Sources: Associated Press, BBC News, CNN, Reuters Read full →
Breaking / AS-0811 / Global / 00:00

US and Iran exchange missile strikes, raising Gulf escalation fears

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The United States and Iran have conducted reciprocal missile attacks against vessels and U.S. Navy ships in waters around Iran, sharply escalating tensions in the Gulf. The confrontation is driving concerns over regional security and contributing to a surge in global oil prices.[10][9]

Sources: Just Security, 10 Things Global News, Anadolu Agency, Anewz Read full →
Breaking / AS-0776 / Global / 22:30

U.S.-Iran clash drives oil prices near $100

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The most urgent global breaking story is the escalating U.S.-Iran confrontation, which has pushed oil prices near six-week highs and raised fears of wider disruption in the Strait of Hormuz. Reuters reports that the tit-for-tat attacks on vessels and Tehran’s threat to target energy assets across the Gulf are the key drivers of the crisis.[10][9]

Sources: Reuters, Xinhua, The Olympian Read full →
Breaking / AS-0706 / Global / 20:00

U.S. strikes Iranian oil tankers after missile attack on warships

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U.S. forces have carried out strikes on three Iranian crude oil tankers after Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps launched ballistic missiles toward two U.S. Navy warships. The incident sharply escalates already high tensions between Washington and Tehran and raises fears of broader conflict in the Gulf. Authorities are still assessing damage, casualties, and potential impacts on global oil markets.

Sources: CNN, BBC, Axios, Reuters, WPXI Read full →
Breaking / AS-0697 / Global / 14:01

US probes deadly strike on Iranian wedding amid wider Middle East clashes

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The United States is investigating a deadly strike on an Iranian wedding that an independent analysis indicates was likely caused by a direct hit from a US munition.[7] The incident comes amid escalating tit-for-tat attacks between the US and Iran across the Gulf region and neighboring states, heightening fears of a broader regional conflict.[7][10][12] It is drawing intense international scrutiny over civilian protection, targeting procedures, and the risk of miscalculation.

Sources: Reuters Read full →
Breaking / AS-0667 / Global / 17:00

Global alarm as US-Iran conflict escalates in Gulf and beyond

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The continuing armed confrontation between the United States and Iran, now in its seventh month, is driving regional instability in the Gulf, disrupting energy markets and raising fears of a wider war.[2][5][9][11][13] Reports of a deadly US strike on an Iranian wedding and growing casualties deepen international concern over civilian harm and the potential for further escalation.[2][10][11][12] Policymakers and militaries worldwide are closely watching the Strait of Hormuz and broader Middle East as any miscalculation could rapidly spread the conflict.

Sources: Anadolu Agency, BBC News, Democracy Now, India Today, Khaleej Times, 10 Things Global News, AnewZ, NPR Read full →
Breaking / AS-0654 / Global / 06:45

Iran launches missile and drone strikes on US Gulf bases

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Iranian forces have carried out missile and kamikaze drone attacks on US military bases in the United Arab Emirates and Kuwait, escalating an already volatile confrontation in the Gulf region.[4][5][11] The strikes follow earlier US attacks that killed Iranian naval personnel and come amid wider regional tensions involving Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon.[4][6][15]

Sources: Xinhua, SBS, The National, The Jakarta Post, The New York Times Read full →
Breaking / AS-0653 / Global / 06:30

US, Israel expand war on Iran as Washington vows all options open

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The United States and Israel are escalating their ongoing war against Iran, with senior US officials saying all options – including military and covert pressure – remain on the table. Washington has ruled out talks with Tehran until attacks on shipping in the Gulf cease, deepening fears of a wider regional conflict.[2][6]

Sources: NDTV, Al Jazeera, The Hindu Business Line, CNN Read full →
Breaking / AS-0652 / Global / 06:00

Iran war escalation raises global alarm over civilian deaths

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Escalating conflict between Iran and the United States is raising urgent concerns over mounting civilian casualties and wider regional destabilisation.[11][6] With Iran claiming strikes on US bases in the Gulf and US officials warning that all options against Tehran remain “on the table,” the risk of a broader Middle East war is rapidly increasing.[4][2] Governments and international organisations are closely watching the confrontation as fears grow of spillover across the region and disruptions to global energy supplies.[11][4]

Sources: Reuters, BBC, SBS, NDTV, New York Times, Al Jazeera Read full →
Breaking / AS-0645 / Global / 22:45

U.S.-Iran conflict escalates after fresh strikes

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The most consequential breaking story appears to be the escalating U.S.-Iran confrontation, with reported new strikes and retaliatory attacks across the Gulf. Coverage indicates the crisis is spreading beyond Iran, raising immediate concerns about regional security and the Strait of Hormuz.[2][4][7][9]

Sources: Reuters, BBC, Al Jazeera, Anadolu Agency, AnewZ Read full →
Breaking / AS-0642 / Global / 20:45

U.S.-Iran war escalates across Gulf bases

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The most urgent breaking story is the sharp escalation in the U.S.-Iran conflict, with Reuters reporting fresh missile and drone attacks, civilian casualties, and fears of wider regional spillover. Reports also indicate strikes on U.S. bases in the Gulf and growing concern over the Strait of Hormuz and energy security.

Sources: Reuters, BBC, Anadolu Agency, Democracy Now! Read full →
Breaking / AS-0638 / Global / 19:30

US-Iran war escalates, civilian toll rises sharply

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The United States has launched new strikes on Iran as Tehran retaliates across the Gulf, with at least 18 people reported killed and over 100 injured in the latest round of attacks. The sudden escalation is drawing global concern over rising civilian casualties and regional stability.[4][5][12] President Donald Trump says Washington is prepared to hit Iran "any time we want," while Iran claims it has laid new mines in the strategic Strait of Hormuz.[4][5]

Sources: Reuters, CNN, Anadolu Agency, AnewZ, Just Security Read full →
Breaking / AS-0635 / Global / 17:30

Iran strikes bases in Kuwait and UAE amid high-stakes confrontation with US

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Iran says it has targeted military facilities in Kuwait and the United Arab Emirates in retaliation for US support to its regional rivals, sharply escalating a conflict that has already involved direct US-Iran strikes and major oil disruptions. The attacks risk widening the war across the Gulf, threatening global energy supplies and regional shipping lanes.

Sources: Al Jazeera, Reuters, BBC News, CNN, AP Read full →
Breaking / AS-0631 / Global / 14:00

US launches deadly strikes on Iran as Gulf tensions surge

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The United States has carried out heavy military strikes on Iran, with President Donald Trump saying Washington is prepared to launch further attacks "any time we want." Iran reports at least 18 people killed and over 100 wounded, as regional states including Kuwait confront related missile and drone threats.[3][8][14] The escalation has turned the Gulf into a major flashpoint, with wider risks for Middle East stability and global energy security.[3][7][8]

Sources: Xinhua, Anadolu Agency, ARN News Centre, 10 Things Global News Read full →
Breaking / AS-0626 / Global / 10:30

U.S.-Iran strikes escalate after Gaza and Hormuz tensions

The most prominent breaking world story is the sharp escalation between the United States and Iran, with fresh strikes and retaliation raising the risk of wider regional conflict. Multiple major outlets are reporting new U.S. military actions and Iranian counterstrikes, alongside warnings about shipping and troop safety in the Gulf.

Sources: CNN, NBC News, Associated Press, Reuters, The New York Times Read full →
Breaking / AS-0625 / Global / 10:01

US-Iran strikes escalate Gulf conflict, civilian toll rises

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The United States military has launched new strikes against Iranian military targets, prompting Iran to fire missiles and drones at Gulf neighbors and U.S.-linked assets. The rapid escalation has raised alarm over growing civilian casualties, including deaths and injuries at a wedding hit in Iran and attacks on shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.[1][2][5][13]

Sources: Associated Press, Reuters, ABC News, NBC News, BBC, Al Jazeera, IMF Read full →
Breaking / AS-0622 / Global / 08:00

US-Iran strikes drive global escalation fears

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The most prominent breaking world story is the renewed escalation between the United States and Iran, with fresh strikes and retaliatory attacks raising fears of a wider regional war. Major outlets report Iranian attacks on Gulf targets and U.S. strikes on Iranian military sites, making this the dominant international security story right now.

Sources: Reuters, Associated Press, BBC Read full →
Breaking / AS-0618 / Global / 02:45

US, Iran trade major strikes in sharp Gulf escalation

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The United States has launched large-scale airstrikes on Iranian targets, prompting Iran to fire missiles and drones in retaliation. The confrontation marks the most serious escalation in weeks, raising fears for Gulf security and global oil supplies.

Sources: Reuters, CNN, Associated Press, BBC News, CBS News, NBC News, ABC News Read full →
Breaking / AS-0608 / Global / 20:30

US-Iran attacks raise fears of wider war

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The most significant breaking story is the renewed U.S.-Iran exchange of attacks, with strikes and counterstrikes spreading across the region. Reuters and AP report that the confrontation has intensified sharply, raising concerns about broader conflict and instability in the Middle East.

Sources: Reuters, Associated Press Read full →
Breaking / AS-0605 / Global / 19:30

U.S. and Iran trade fresh strikes amid rising war fears

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The most urgent breaking story is the renewed exchange of strikes between the United States and Iran, with reports of new U.S. attacks on Iranian targets and Iranian retaliation across the region. Multiple outlets report casualties and escalating regional risk, making this the dominant global flashpoint right now.

Sources: Reuters, Xinhua, Anadolu Agency, Democracy Now!, AnewZ Read full →
Breaking / AS-0587 / Global / 06:30

U.S. and Iran trade new strikes as Gulf tensions sharply escalate

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The United States has launched fresh strikes on Iranian rocket launchers and related targets around the Strait of Hormuz, prompting retaliatory missile attacks from Iran. The exchanges mark the most serious flare-up in weeks between the two adversaries in a critical global oil chokepoint.

Sources: Reuters, AP, BBC, The Guardian, NBC News, CNN, Al Jazeera Read full →
Breaking / AS-0584 / Global / 02:30

US-Iran tensions spike after US strikes and Iranian missile response

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Tensions between the United States and Iran have sharply escalated after US strikes on Iranian targets and reported Iranian missile responses in the Gulf region. The flare-up follows alleged Iranian attempts to target commercial shipping and US service members near the Strait of Hormuz, prompting new US military action and threats of further retaliation from both sides.

Sources: Reuters, BBC News, Al Jazeera, The Times, The Guardian Read full →
Breaking / AS-0542 / Global / 20:30

U.S.-Iran strikes flare up again

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The single biggest breaking story is the renewed exchange of military strikes between the United States and Iran. Reuters and other outlets report that this is the first known U.S. strike on Iran in about a month, with Iran responding and tensions widening in the Gulf.[5][9][10]

Sources: Reuters, The Guardian, The Washington Post, The Standard, El País Read full →
Breaking / AS-0536 / Global / 17:30

U.S.-Iran strikes escalate across the Gulf

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The most urgent breaking story is the renewed U.S.-Iran military confrontation, with fresh strikes and retaliatory attacks reported on Monday. Reuters and other outlets say the fighting is driving up oil prices and raising fears of broader regional escalation.

Sources: Reuters, Democracy Now!, EL PAÍS Read full →
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