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The Global Story - Trump tightens the noose on Iran . Will it backfire ?
GlobeAlert Desk · curated from bbc.co.uk · United Kingdom · global
The article discusses how Trump is increasing pressure on Iran and explores whether this strategy could have negative repercussions. This addresses geopolitical tensions and foreign policy implications.
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