Rubio Rebukes Hezbollah Chief Over Call for Lebanese to ‘Take to the Streets’
The militant leader, in a speech, had criticized the Lebanese government for engaging in direct talks with Israel.
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Iran Projects Victory in Potential Deal With Washington
Iran’s leaders argue that the possible preliminary agreement has not extracted any major concessions.
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At Least 14 Killed in Bombing Attack That Derailed a Train in Pakistan
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Israeli Leaders Say Little About Trump’s Potential Iran Deal
Analysts said the near silence reflected worries that an agreement will not significantly degrade Iran’s nuclear and missile capabilities.