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Trump says Iran halted executions after his appeal

Trump says Iran halted executions after his appeal

Tehran denies plans as rights groups warn of death sentences amid strained US-Iran talks

Asia
China denies US-detained ship in Middle East contained 'gift' for Iran

China denies US-detained ship in Middle East contained 'gift' for Iran

Foreign ministry spokesperson says ship was 'a foreign container ship', and that China opposed 'any malicious association and speculation'

Europe
London hosts military talks on France and UK's Hormuz mission

London hosts military talks on France and UK's Hormuz mission

British minister says focus is on turning consensus into a plan to protect Strait navigation and secure a lasting ceasefire

Middle East
Iran says seized two ships seeking to cross Strait of Hormuz

Iran says seized two ships seeking to cross Strait of Hormuz

Naval incidents escalate as US blockade and Iran controls tighten over vital oil transit route

North America
Trump's messaging on Iran grows increasingly erratic

Trump's messaging on Iran grows increasingly erratic

Twice in recent days, White House has been forced to correct statements made by US president during calls