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Trump departs G7 early, denies ‘peace talks’ with Iran

Though Trump said he did not leave in order to pursue a ceasefire between Israel and Iran, the U.S. is reportedly still seeking a meeting with the Iranians to reach a nuclear deal

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President Donald Trump waves as he boards Air Force One after leaving the G7 Leaders' Summit early on June 16, 2025 in Calgary, Alberta.

President Donald Trump denied on Tuesday that he was attempting to facilitate “peace talks” with Iran as he returned to Washington to monitor the ongoing war between Israel and Iran.

Upon landing in the U.S. early Tuesday morning after...

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