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Hegseth defends Iran war and vows to keep fighting
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Trump describes US pressure on Iran as an 'occupation'
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Who is behind cyber attacks on Europe's fridges and freezers?
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Suspect arrested in stabbing of Jordanian officer in Amman
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Arab-Israeli party backs Eisenkot to form government
01:06
Syria and Saudi Arabia sign defence agreement in Riyadh
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UAE remains key energy partner for India amid Hormuz crisis
01:03
How the Iran war cost Trump the midterms
02:06
'Worth it': Trump defends Iran war after historic midterms loss
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'Not good': Israelis divided as Democrats seize Congress
01:25
Could Trump be facing a repeat of the 2006 US midterms?
01:04
Egyptian-American surgeon Adam Hamawy heads to Congress
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Members of the security forces at the scene of the stabbing attack. Reuters

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Questions remain over whether Donald Trump's administration will opt for escalation against Iran. EPA

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Attendees cheer as US President Donald Trump arrives to speak at a midterm campaign rally at the Rock Hill Sports & Event Center in Rock Hill, South Carolina. AFP

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Dental checks will focus on the early detection of decay and gum disease. Christopher Pike / The National

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Project will lead to healthier generations, Health Ministry official says

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