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Middle East war live: Rubio says Iran deal still possible Monday
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- Issued on: 25/05/2026 - 05:41Modified: 25/05/2026 - 05:52
- The Israeli military said on Monday that one soldier was killed during combat in southern Lebanon, adding that an additional soldier was severely injured in the incident and evacuated to hospital.
- US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Monday that a deal to end the war with Iran could materialise "today", adding that Israel had the right to defend itself against attack.
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Issued on: 25/05/2026 - 05:41Modified: 25/05/2026 - 05:52
By: FRANCE 24 / Louise NORDSTROM Rubio's comments, delivered via a statement, came as the top US diplomat was on a visit to India © Julia Demaree Nikhinson, AFP US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Monday that a deal to end the war with Iran could materialise "today", adding that Israel had the right to defend itself against attack. Follow our liveblog for all the latest updates.
The Israeli military said on Monday that one soldier was killed during combat in southern Lebanon, adding that an additional soldier was severely injured in the incident and evacuated to hospital.
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