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US says it has struck “nearly 2,000” targets in Iran and adds B-52 bombers to the air campaign
The United States intensified its air campaign against Iran on Tuesday as Operation Epic Fury entered its fourth day, introducing B-52 strategic bombers into combat operations and reporting that “nearly 2,000” targets have been hit so far.
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Politics
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Economy
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- UK government actions to help families with impact of the cost of living
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- Argentina courts shelve hundreds of tax-evasion cases after “Fiscal Innocence” law takes effect
Energy & Oil
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- UK government actions to help families with impact of the cost of living
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Environment
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Entertainment
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- China showcases humanoid robots at its Spring Festival Gala with kung fu routines for a mass audience
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Health & Science
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