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Iran War Fallout: Trump Threatens Tehran, Drones Hit Gulf States
World

Iran War Fallout: Trump Threatens Tehran, Drones Hit Gulf States

Peace talks between the US and Iran remain deadlocked as Trump issued stark new warnings — "there won't be anything left" — while drone attacks struck targets in Saudi Arabia and the UAE. Back in Iran, the UN has verified the execution of at least 32 political prisoners since the US-Israeli war began on February 28.

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‘Won’t be anything left’: Trump issues threat to Iran amid stalled talks

‘Won’t be anything left’: Trump issues threat to Iran amid stalled talks

Al Jazeera · May 17

'This may be the last time you hear my voice': Political executions surge in Iran since start of war

'This may be the last time you hear my voice': Political executions surge in Iran since start of war

BBC · May 17

UK firms halt investments and hiring as Iran war pushes up costs, bosses warn

UK firms halt investments and hiring as Iran war pushes up costs, bosses warn

The Guardian · May 17

Iran war live: Trump threatens Tehran; Saudi, UAE report drone attacks

Iran war live: Trump threatens Tehran; Saudi, UAE report drone attacks

Al Jazeera · May 18

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