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Iran reportedly launches missiles as Trump mulls deal to pause war for two months

CNBC Thursday 28 May 2026, 20:58 UTC 1 min read
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The latest military and economic actions come as President Trump insists he feels no pressure to make a deal with Iran before November's midterm elections.

The latest military and economic actions come as President Trump insists he feels no pressure to make a deal with Iran before November's midterm elections.
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