- President Trump announces U.S. military assistance to guide ships through the Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing tensions with Iran.
- Trump plans to withdraw approximately 5,000 U.S. troops from Germany within 6 to 12 months, citing European allies’ insufficient support in the Iran confl
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