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Iran Massacre: Death Toll Tops 2,500

Iran’s nationwide crackdown on anti government demonstrations has escalated into a mass casualty crisis with reports indicating more than 2,500 killed, fast tracked trials announced by the judiciary, and credible claims security forces lured protesters into ambushes.

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1.2 trillion - China's record trade surplus in 2025

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