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This photo released by the Iranian Presidency Office, President Masoud Pezeshkian speaks during a rally on Feb. 10, 2025, in Tehran, Iran. (Iranian Presidency Office via AP, File)

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Israel objects to US announcement of leaders who will help oversee next steps in Gaza

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Members of the Iranian diaspora, their supporters, local activists, and passersby hold a symbolic demonstration titled 'Free Iran' to show solidarity with Iranian women and men fighting for freedom and civil rights, in Krakow's Market Square in Krakow, Poland, on January 15, 2026. (Photo by Artur Widak/NurPhoto via Getty Images)

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Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-SC) introduces Adm. Kevin Lunday, acting commandant of the Coast Guard, during a Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee hearing on the nomination Lunday for commandant of the Coast Guard.

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Tag: Middle East

Kurdish SDF forces agree to ceasefire with Syrian government after offensive

Recognizing Somaliland: ‘Act of aggression’ or ‘opportunity’ for US?

Israel objects to US announcement of leaders who will help oversee next steps in Gaza

Iran’s halting of executions had ‘big impact’ in delay of possible military action: Trump

Mullah lite?

Ending Iran’s regime won’t be easy

Hamas hails Gaza government announcement as ‘positive development’

When it comes to Iran, celebrities suddenly have nothing to say

Graham insists Iran death toll is ‘mounting’ after uncertainty over potential strikes

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