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Israel strikes Tehran as Trump says Iran deal may be reached 'soon'

Israel strikes Tehran as Trump says Iran deal may be reached 'soon'

Israel said Monday it was striking military targets across Tehran, a day after US President Donald Trump insisted a deal could "soon" be reached, while not ruling out ground operations.

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Italy chase World Cup spot as Kosovo bid to make debut

Italy chase World Cup spot as Kosovo bid to make debut

Four-time World Cup winners Italy hope to end a 12-year absence from football's biggest stage on Tuesday, while Kosovo are dreaming of a first ever appearance at a major tournament.

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Myanmar paves way for junta chief to become civilian president

Myanmar paves way for junta chief to become civilian president

Myanmar's junta chief Min Aung Hlaing was nominated as a vice-presidential candidate and replaced as military commander on Monday, paving the way for the coup leader to become president and continue his rule in civilian garb.

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'Long live the shah': Iranian diaspora back war at Washington rally

'Long live the shah': Iranian diaspora back war at Washington rally

More than 1,000 people of Iranian descent gathered in the US capital on Sunday to voice support for the war, riding on calls to bring back Iran's exiled crown prince who has emerged as a figure of intense interest.

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Taiwan opposition leader accepts Xi's invitation to visit China

Taiwan opposition leader accepts Xi's invitation to visit China

The leader of Taiwan's main opposition party accepted an invitation from Chinese leader Xi Jinping to visit in April, her party and Chinese state media reported Monday.

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French masonic lodge at heart of murky murder trial

French masonic lodge at heart of murky murder trial

Twenty-two people are to stand trial in France from Monday on charges of murder and other serious crimes centred on a Masonic lodge accused of running hit squads.

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US military building 'massive complex' beneath White House ballroom project: Trump

US military building 'massive complex' beneath White House ballroom project: Trump

President Donald Trump said Sunday the US military was planning to construct a large complex beneath the new ballroom he is building at the White House.

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IPL captain takes pop at Cricket Australia over record-buy Green

IPL captain takes pop at Cricket Australia over record-buy Green

Kolkata Knight Riders skipper Ajinkya Rahane aimed a dig at Cricket Australia after $2.7 million all-rounder Cameron Green was unable to bowl as they opened their IPL season with defeat.

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G7 ministers set to tackle financial fallout of Mideast war

G7 ministers set to tackle financial fallout of Mideast war

Ministers from the G7 will hold talks on Monday to unpack the economic consequences of the war in the Middle East, the French government said, as oil and gas prices continue to soar.

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Premier League fans feel the pinch from ticket price hikes

Premier League fans feel the pinch from ticket price hikes

The Premier League's global appeal is built on packed stadiums and electric atmospheres but as the arms race for talent intensifies, fans are feeling the pinch.

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