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Keep Lebanon out of US-Iran talks, says former Israeli ambassador to US
Lebanon and Israel sign framework agreement in Washington
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Sheikh Abdullah receives call from Iran's Foreign Minister
Friday afternoon safety alerts due to 'technical malfunction', authorities say
Gulf states deserve a deal that delivers regional calm
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Peace in Lebanon can't be imposed from outside
US will keep Gulf allies informed on Iran talks, Rubio says
IRGC says ships must use Iran-approved routes through Strait of Hormuz