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Israel Brings Last Hostage Home, Capping a Hard‑Won Victory Over Hamas

byForeign Desk Staff

January 26, 2026

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Trump Weighs ‘Decisive’ Strike Options as U.S. Carrier Nears Iran, Prince Pahlavi Urges Army to Join the People

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January 21, 2026

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Hackers Hijack Iran State TV as Death Toll From Regime Crackdown Soars Under Blackout

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January 21, 2026

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Peace on the line two years after Oct. 7 attacks

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October 6, 2025

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Russia Turns to Chinese Banks for Help as Visa, Mastercard Leave Country

Visa and Mastercard on Saturday joined the growing list of companies suspending its operations in Russia over the invasion.

byNewsweek

March 7, 2022

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Israel Brings Last Hostage Home, Capping a Hard‑Won Victory Over Hamas

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Hackers Hijack Iran State TV as Death Toll From Regime Crackdown Soars Under Blackout

Peace on the line two years after Oct. 7 attacks

Russia Turns to Chinese Banks for Help as Visa, Mastercard Leave Country

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