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US Hits Iran Amid Talks, Russia-Ukraine War Intensifies, Texas Primary Runoff

May 26, 2026·13 min·3-min readnews briefnews
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  • The U.S. launched new strikes on Iran, targeting missile launch sites and boats laying mines in the Strait of Hormuz, while ceasefire negotiations continue.
  • Iran claims it shot down a U.S. drone; four Iranian Navy officers were killed in the attacks.
  • Israeli Prime Minister Netany

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