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May 8
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US and Iran exchange fire near Hormuz, t...

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In today’s episode of Trending Middle East, the fragile ceasefire between the US and Iran comes under renewed strain after both sides exchange fire near the Strait of Hormuz, while Washington waits for Tehran’s response to a proposed framework aimed at ending the conflict. In the UAE, the Ministry of Defence says air defence systems have engaged with further ... Show More
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