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Strait of Hormuz Declared Fully Open by Iran and Trump
Iran's foreign minister announced the Strait of Hormuz is completely open for commercial vessels during the ceasefire, prompting oil prices to plunge over 10% and stocks to soar, with the Dow up $1100 at one point. President Trump hailed the development on social media, claiming Iran agreed never to close it again and will suspend its nuclear program
. Global markets reacted positively, though shipping firms remain cautious on traffic normalization
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Israel Agrees to 10-Day Ceasefire in Lebanon After US Talks
Celebrations erupted in Lebanon after a US-brokered 10-day ceasefire ended seven weeks of Israeli attacks killing nearly 2,200, including 172 children; Israeli forces occupy 10% of Lebanon, displacing 1.2 million. Israel conducted strikes until the last moment, hitting Tyre (13 killed), a school, and the Litani River bridge
. The truce appears mostly holding despite reported violations like a drone strike
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Trump Claims US 'Very Close' to Deal Ending Iran War
President Trump stated a deal with Iran is imminent, including uranium stockpile removal and no future Hormuz closures, amid conflicting signals. Direct talks may resume in Pakistan this weekend, though Pentagon surges troops to Middle East, avoiding Red Sea
. Trump separates this from Israel-Lebanon agreement but vows to prohibit Israeli strikes on Lebanon
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Russia's Deadliest Attacks Kill 17 in Ukraine, Kyiv Hit Hard
Russia launched its most lethal drone and missile strikes of 2026 on Kyiv and other cities, killing at least 17 including a child, with dozens wounded. An 84-year-old survivor had glass shards removed after home window shattered
. Ukrainian drone strike on Russia's Tuapsa Black Sea oil refinery killed two and caused a massive fire
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Oil Prices Tumble 10% as Hormuz Reopening Eases Fears
Global oil prices dropped sharply after Iran's announcement, extending losses amid ceasefire optimism. Stocks rallied near record highs, with major indices jumping
. Over a dozen countries, including Canada, pledge support for safe shipping passage
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Pentagon Surges Troops to Middle East Amid Iran Tensions
Thousands of additional US troops, including 6,000 sailors for USS George H.W. Bush, head to the region despite de-escalation claims. Ships detour around Africa's southern tip to evade Houthi threats in Red Sea
. This follows Trump's optimistic deal rhetoric
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Markets Rebound from Iran War Shock, AI Demand Boosts Tech
Global markets normalize post-Iran conflict fears, with traders parsing ceasefire prospects. TSMC reports strong results from AI demand; Chinese firms like Manycore surge on HK debut
. Australian growth outlook slows due to energy shock
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Artemis II Astronauts Detail Dramatic Moon Mission Reentry
Astronauts Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, Christina Koch, and Jeremy Hansen described their Artemis II journey to the moon's far side and tense Earth reentry to David Muir. This marks nearly a week since the historic mission's splashdown
. Insights shared on World News Tonight broadcast
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Powerful US Storms Destroy Homes, Lightning Kills in Midwest
Severe storms ravaged homes and vehicles in North Texas and beyond, with deadly lightning and warnings for Midwest to Northeast threats. A fatal shooting near a park is under investigation; an 18-wheeler crash shut down a highway
. Authorities urge preparedness for ongoing severe weather
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Lebanon Ceasefire Holds Despite Israeli Violations Reported
The US-backed Israel-Hezbollah truce, ignited March 2, largely holds but Lebanese reports cite Israeli drone strike killing one in south. Conflict killed nearly 2,300; paramedics confirm violations
. US signals closeness to broader deals
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Ukraine Hits Russian Black Sea Oil Refinery in Retaliation
Ukrainian drones struck Tuapsa port, killing two including a teen and igniting fire at a major Russian refinery. This follows Moscow's deadly barrage on Ukraine
. Russian officials confirmed the impacts
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