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Israel Ramps Up Attacks Amid Iran Talks, E. Jean Carroll Investigation, CBS Overhaul

May 29, 2026·13 min·3-min readnews briefnews
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— Israel intensifies invasion of Lebanon, launching first Beirut strike in three weeks and expanding into southern regions

— Iran insists any peace deal with the U.S. must include cessation of hostilities in Lebanon

— Vice President J.D. Vance says U.S.-Iran deal is close but not final

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E. Jean CarrollJ.D. VanceBari WeissNick BiltonLarry EllisonReid HoffmanTanya Simon

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