Trump says ceasefire ‘over’ after US, Iran trade attacks
United States President Donald Trump says the ceasefire with Iran is “over”, describing Iranian leaders as “sick people” after Iran and the US exchanged attacks.
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· RT
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· Marcus Loh
Australia-Fiji defense pact likely spurred China’s missile splash
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· Joanne Wallis, Salote Tagivakatini
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· Chloe Taylor
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· Chae Yun-hwan
Russia targets Samsung-Ukraine missile plant in overnight strike – MOD
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· RT
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· Middleeasteye
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