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Boston Globe - Politics
Live updates - Trump departs for Beijing while downplaying differences with Chinese leader Xi over Iran war. See a recap. President Trump has tried for weeks, with fail, to persuade China to use its leverage to push Iran into a deal with the US.
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With ceasefire talks stalled, Trump and Hegseth claim 'control' over Iran and Strait of Hormuz2 hours ago
Trump downplays differences with China's Xi over Iran as he heads to Beijing for high-stakes summit3 hours ago
Trump FDA chief is leaving after angering pharma CEOs, vaping lobbyists, and anti-abortion groups4 hours ago
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