US missiles hit Iran as path towards de-escalation uncertain

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Trump has threatened in recent days to widen targets to Iran’s energy plants and bridges, send ground forces to seize its oil hub of Kharg Island

US strikes Iran, which retaliates against US targets in Bahrain, Kuwait and Jordan

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The latest escalation comes days after a ‌fragile truce collapsed, raising the specter of a return to full-scale war, with Iran once again threatening to shut off more regional energy exports

Araghchi says US-Iran deal could happen ‘in the coming days’

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Iran says a draft U.S. deal could be signed remotely within days. The pact would reopen the Strait of Hormuz, while Iran seeks ship transit fees and retains traffic oversight.

Iran’s foreign minister says Lebanon not a bargaining chip in war

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Lebanese President Joseph Aoun said that Lebanon was a bargaining chip for Tehran.

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