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US and Iran Continuing to Engage in Negotiations + Ambassadors from Israel and Lebanon Meet in Washington D.C. + US Army Names the MV-75 Cheyenne II

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1. Military planning for a possible Pentagon-led operation in Cuba is quietly ramping up, in case President Trump gives an order to intervene there, USA TODAY has learned.

Two sources familiar with the order spoke to USA TODAY on condition of anonymity because they're not authorized to speak to media.

2. US President Donald Trump said on Tuesday that he was not considering extending a ceasefire with Iran, predicting “an amazing two days ahead” amid renewed diplomatic efforts with Tehran for an agreement to end the war.

3. The US Navy prevented an Iranian-flagged cargo vessel from…

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