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Iran has released several reformist figures, including Azar Mansouri, Javad Emam, and Ebrahim Asgharzadeh, after arrests linked to ongoing protests and government suppression. The arrests follow weeks of deadly unrest and diplomatic talks with the US, highlighting Iran's dual approach of repression and potential diplomacy.
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Ukrainian President Zelensky states elections will only occur after a ceasefire and security guarantees are in place, amid ongoing Russian attacks. Zelensky rejects holding elections on February 24, emphasizing the need for stability before political processes resume. The situation remains tense with continued strikes and diplomatic negotiations.
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A truck crashed into a home in Tigard, Oregon, after hitting a dirt mound, launching into the air and demolishing part of the house. The driver, Jacob Hankins, was charged with reckless driving. No serious injuries were reported, and the driver and passenger sustained minor injuries.
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Bernie Sanders is coming to Los Angeles to campaign for a proposed “billionaires tax” that has set off an uproar in the Silicon Valley and led to divisions among Democrats.