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Trump walks back promise of fresh Iran strikes, invasion of Kharg Island oil stronghold
President Donald Trump initially threatened to strike Iran and seize oil infrastructure but later retracted the threats, citing diplomatic discussions with Iranian leadership. The House approved a resolution to halt hostilities against Iran, while tensions escalated after an Iranian military force shot down a U.S. Apache helicopter.
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