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Trump tightens Iran blockade as Europe reins in Google and Ukraine reshuffles under fire

The day split between hard power and rule-making. Washington pressed Iran at sea, Kyiv fought both Russian missiles and its own cabinet feud, while Brussels reached into Google's phone software. France, meanwhile, voted to let some patients choose the manner of their death.

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Lebanon and Israel security talks

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Lebanon and Israel security talks
Italy proposes monitoring mission to oversee Hezbollah disarmament and direct control of border areas during ongoing security talks

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