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In this episode of The President's Daily Brief:


  • We dive into the pivotal talks between Washington and Baghdad about the potential final withdrawal of US forces from Iraq.


  • We cover the aftermath of the devastating twin bombing in Iran, which claimed 80 lives, and reveal how the US had forewarned Iran.


  • We discuss CIA Chief William Burns’ mission to the Middle East, aiming to forge a ceasefire and hostage release agreement between Hamas and Israel.


  • In today’s Back of the Brief, the International Court of Justice's upcoming decision on allegations against Israel of genocide in Gaza, detailing what outcomes might emerge from the court.


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