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The U.S. launched strikes on Iran overnight, and Iran hit back with strikes on Bahrain and Kuwait. “For me, I think it’s over,” U.S. President Donald Trump said about the ceasefire agreement. Oil prices shot up as the attacks threatened shipments in the Strait of Hormuz, and raised concerns that the wider Middle East conflict could resume. Talks continue, but Trump says, “I think they’re wasting their time.” More on this below.
