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      President Donald Trump’s desire to end the war quickly and reach a deal he can sell as a win has given Tehran leverage. Amid an impasse over dueling blockades of the Strait of Hormuz, efforts to return to the negotiating table remained on hold.
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  • MIDDLE EAST
    • First LookTrump says US negotiators will have another round of talks with Iran
      President Donald Trump says U.S. negotiators will head to Pakistan on Monday for another round of talks with Iran. The aim is to extend a fragile ceasefire set to expire by Wednesday. 
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    • Trump announces Lebanon ceasefire, and Israelis vent anger at governmentBy Shoshanna Solomon / 4 min
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    • Hungary elections: A wake-up call to the resilience of democracy?By Mark Sappenfield / 5 min
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