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      US President Donald Trump speaks on the phone inside a vehicle as he returns to the White House in Washington, DC, USA, 25 May 2025. EPA / AARON SCHWARTZ / POOL

      Iran claims unfreezing of funds is 'last serious sticking point' in US talks

      Issue to be resolved through Qatari mediation, says Fars news agency

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      Israel to 'press pedal even harder' in Lebanon in response to drone fears

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      A US fighter jet prepares to take off from the USS Tripoli on Friday. Photo: Centcom

      US strikes Iranian missile sites as mediators press ahead with talks

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      Access to the internet was cut in Iran after the outbreak of war with Israel and the US on February 28. Reuters

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      High prices and sacrifices: Egyptians cut back on Eid Al Adha sheep slaughter

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      Hezbollah ramps up rhetoric on 26th anniversary of Israel's withdrawal from southern Lebanon

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      Cattle traders and customers crowd the Al Manashi livestock market on the outskirts of Cairo, Egypt, ahead of Eid Al Adha. Reuters

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