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Trump Forces Iran to the Table, Grants Two-Week Ceasefire as Pakistan Mediates

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Tensions Boil Over at Lewiston City Council as Residents Clash with Officials; Mayor Initially Blocks Shooting Survivor Destiny Johnson from Speaking

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“Graham Platner Defended ‘Urinating’On Dead Taliban,’ Called War ‘The Most Enjoyable Experience;’” New York Post

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