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Trump says two US airmen rescued in Iran after giving deadline for deal
Trump says two US airmen rescued in Iran after giving deadline for deal

President Donald Trump said Sunday that US forces had safely recovered a second airman downed in Iran, calling it "one of the most daring Search and Rescue Operations in U.S. History".

April 05, 2026

Second US airman downed over Iran 'SAFE and SOUND': Trump
Second US airman downed over Iran 'SAFE and SOUND': Trump

US President Donald Trump said on Sunday that a second airman downed inside Iran was "safe and sound" following a search and rescue operation.

April 05, 2026

Trump says two US airman rescued in Iran after giving deadline for deal
Trump says two US airman rescued in Iran after giving deadline for deal

President Donald Trump said Sunday that US forces had safely recovered a second airman downed in Iran, calling it "one of the most daring Search and Rescue Operations in U.S. History".

April 05, 2026

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UK royal family's dilemma over Andrew's daughters
UK royal family's dilemma over Andrew's daughters

The downfall of the former prince Andrew has left the British monarchy with a right royal headache -- how to handle his daughters caught up in the scandal of US sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

April 05, 2026

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Taiwan opposition leader to make 'peace' visit to China, first in 10 years
Taiwan opposition leader to make 'peace' visit to China, first in 10 years

Taiwan's main opposition leader will make a rare trip to China on Tuesday, weeks before US President Donald Trump, with Beijing expected to use the visit to increase its influence over the democratic island.

April 05, 2026