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EPISODE · May 27, 2026 · 8 MIN

U.S. and Iran trade fire in Middle East as Trump administration insists peace deal is close

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The U.S. and Iran traded fire overnight in the Middle East, with U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) launching self-defense strikes against Iranian mine boats and missile positions in southern Iran. The military clash, centered near the highly strategic naval hub of Bandar Abbas, occurred even as the Trump administration insisted that a sweeping peace deal is "largely negotiated" and close to finalization.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/today-explained--6659607/support.Don’t miss our latest episodes! follow us to stay updates with fresh news everyday. Let’s keep the support our podcast to serve update news entire the world!

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