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NPR News: 04-23-2026 5PM EDT

April 23, 2026·4 min·4-min readnews briefnews
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  • President Trump extends ceasefire with Iran but threatens military escalation if negotiations fail.
  • Trump claims 78% of Iranian targets have been destroyed, including missile and drone production facilities.
  • Pope Leo calls for a 'culture of peace' amid Iran-U.S. tensions, citing

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