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The U.S. military says it had struck multiple targets in Iran at President Donald Trump’s direction, continuing a string of attacks that have shaken the war’s uneasy ceasefire. The military said in a post on X that “Iran had a chance to honor the ceasefire agreement” but “elected not to” when its forces attacked a ship near the Strait of Hormuz earlier Saturday. U.S. Central Command said U.S. military aircraft targeted Iranian military “surveillance infrastructure, communication systems, air defense sites, drone storage facilities, and minelayer capabilities” following an attack on a merchant vessel early on Saturday morning. Iran state TV reported explosions north of the Strait of Hormuz. Read moreUS military says it struck multiple targets in Iran as ceasefire is strained by 2nd day of attacks

Tensions are rising in Venezuela's La Guaira state as residents search for earthquake survivors. The death toll has reached 1,430, with 68,900 missing after two powerful earthquakes. Civilians, frustrated by the government's inadequate response, are using shovels and bare hands to dig through rubble. The government claims over 14,000 military and police are patrolling the area. International rescue teams are joining efforts nearly 72 hours after the quakes. The disaster challenges Acting President Delcy Rodríguez, who took office after Nicolás Maduro's removal. Aid agencies emphasize the urgency of the situation as rescue efforts continue. Read moreDesperation mounts in Venezuela as the earthquake death toll rises to 1,430

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The U.S. military says it had struck multiple targets in Iran at President Donald Trump’s direction, continuing a string of attacks that have shaken the war’s uneasy ceasefire. The military said in a post on X that “Iran had a chance to honor the ceasefire agreement” but “elected not to” whe… Read moreUS military says it struck multiple targets in Iran as ceasefire is strained by 2nd day of attacks