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The Straits Times - World

Iran and US agree to halt attacks and renew talks, US official says - The two sides plan to meet on June 30 in Qatar, Axios reported, citing a senior US official.

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Canada backs Greenland mine producing metal crucial to defence industries

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Iran cyberattacks on Israel surged in 2026, Israeli cyber chief says

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Kazakhstan's leader deepens US ties, saying Trump was 'sent by heaven'

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Israelis, Palestinians torn over sacred shrine in city of Hebron

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Argentine president names interior minister to be new cabinet chief

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Britain plans 'hybrid' warship to replace ageing destroyer fleet

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