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President Trump threatened that Iran's 'whole civilization will die tonight' without a deal ahead of an 8 p.m. deadline, prompting global backlash including from Pope Leo XIV who called it 'truly unacceptable.' Following Pakistan's plea, Trump agreed to a two-week ceasefire with Iran, suspending bombing and attacks while negotiations continue on reopening the Strait of Hormuz and a long-term peace plan. Markets rallied as oil prices plunged 12% on the de-escalation news.
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