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Conflict & Security April 20, 2026 312 stories in this edition

U.S. Attacks Iranian Cargo Ship While Preparing for New Round of Talks

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U.S. Attacks Iranian Cargo Ship While Preparing for New Round of Talks

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President Trump said a Navy destroyer had attacked and seized an Iranian-flagged vessel in the Gulf of Oman. The White House said it is dispatching a high-level delegation, including Vice President JD Vance, to Pakistan for negotiations.

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President Trump said a Navy destroyer had attacked and seized an Iranian-flagged vessel in the Gulf of Oman. The White House said it is dispatching a high-level delegation, including Vice President JD Vance, to Pakistan...

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