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The Bombing of Iran May Teach an Unwelcome Lesson on Nuclear Weapons
ByMark Landler June 25, 2025June 25, 2025

Will America’s pre-emptive strike discourage other countries from pursuing a weapon — or just the opposite?

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Israel-Iran Cease-Fire Takes Hold After Trump Rebuke
ByIsabel Kershner, Aaron Boxerman, Maggie Haberman and Michael Levenson June 24, 2025June 24, 2025

The truce went into effect after pressure from President Trump and Qatar. Israel said its forces were now shifting their attention back to Gaza.

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How Netanyahu’s Move Against Iran Gives Him Room to Maneuver on Gaza
ByPatrick Kingsley June 24, 2025

Benjamin Netanyahu, the Israeli prime minister, has avoided a truce in Gaza. Boosted by his Iran campaign, he can negotiate from strength.

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How Qatar Helped Broker the Israel-Iran Cease-Fire
ByAdam Rasgon June 24, 2025June 25, 2025

In public, Qatar was insisting on the right to defend itself after Iran attacked a U.S. military site in the emirate. Behind the scenes, it was already mediating a truce between Israel and Iran.

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Can Iran, Israel and the U.S. Now All Claim to Have Won?
ByFarnaz Fassihi June 24, 2025June 26, 2025

Iran’s response to the attacks on its nuclear facilities killed no Americans and each nation has a victory narrative. But an hours-old cease-fire appeared fragile and President Trump lashed out at Israel and Iran over the state of the truce.

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Qatar Intervened to Persuade Iran to Accept Cease-Fire Deal, Diplomats Say
ByAdam Rasgon and Farnaz Fassihi June 24, 2025

There was no immediate confirmation from the Israeli or Iranian governments of a cease-fire, but Qatar has long worked to present itself as capable of narrowing the gaps between warring parties.

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Iran’s Nuclear Dreams May Survive Even a Devastating American Blow
ByMark Landler June 23, 2025June 23, 2025

Through revolution and upheaval, the program has become intertwined with the country’s security and national identity.

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After U.S. Strikes, Iranian Officials Try to Project a Sense of Normalcy
ByFarnaz Fassihi June 22, 2025

The mood in the government after the U.S. attacks is one of defeat and humiliation. But state media are showing people going about their daily routines.

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Gulf Countries Voice Concern After U.S. Attack on Iran Nuclear Sites
ByVivian Nereim June 22, 2025June 22, 2025

Saudi Arabia, Qatar and other Gulf Arab countries expressed dismay over the American attack, but stopped short of condemning the United States, a key ally.

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Gulf Countries Voice Concern After U.S. Attack on Iran Nuclear Sites
ByVivian Nereim June 22, 2025

Saudi Arabia, Qatar and other Gulf Arab countries expressed dismay over the American attack, but stopped short of condemning the United States, a key ally.

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