U.S. forces sank seven Iranian small boats in the Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing tensions despite a ceasefire.
Iran responded by firing missiles and drones at the United Arab Emirates, one of which caused a fire at a major oil port.
Russia and Ukraine have agreed to short-term ceasefi
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