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Live updates - Cease-fire at risk over Israel's attacks in Lebanon, possible mines in Strait of Hormuz. Follow live updates. Israel has said the cease-fire agreement does not extend to its war in Lebanon with the Iran-backed Hezbollah militant group, although Iran and mediator Pakistan said it does.
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After Trump's Iran ultimatum and a fragile cease-fire, Iranian Americans brace for what's next -- Iranian Americans are experiencing uncertainty as the Trump administration imposes deadlines and intermediaries seek paths to avoid escalation of the war in Iran.2 hours ago
Iran and US disagree on terms of cease-fire as strikes continue in Lebanon. See how the day unfolded. -- Iran accused the US violating three of Tehran's 10 conditions for an end to the fighting.2 hours ago
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