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    Catch up on yesterday's news with our daily news recap. Get a concise summary of top stories, world news updates, and the key events that shaped the day.

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    Lebanon and Israel hold direct diplomatic talks brokered by US - People
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    https://www.europesays.com/people/43715/
    US says it's hunting for explosive mines in latest push to open the Strait of Hormuz
    link
    https://kitchener.citynews.ca/2026/04/25/us-says-its-hunting-for-explosive-mines-in-latest-push-to-open-the-strait-of-hormuz/
    Justice Department makes it easier to deport those with DACA status | WFSU News
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    https://news.wfsu.org/npr-news/2026-04-25/justice-department-makes-it-easier-to-deport-those-with-daca-status
    Hezbollah fires rockets at north, Israel hits terror targets in Lebanon amid shaky truce
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    https://www.timesofisrael.com/hezbollah-fires-rockets-at-north-israel-hits-terror-targets-in-lebanon-amid-shaky-truce/
    Gunfire and blasts rock Mali’s capital and other cities, in apparent coordinated assault
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    https://www.timesofisrael.com/liveblog_entry/gunfire-and-blasts-rock-malis-capital-and-other-cities-in-apparent-coordinated-assault/
    Ukraine marks 40th anniversary of Chornobyl disaster under cloud of war | 94.7 The Beast
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    https://947thebeast.com/2026/04/25/ukraine-marks-40th-anniversary-of-chornobyl-disaster-under-cloud-of-war/

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    Our daily news recap covers a wide range of current events, including major political shifts, global economic updates, and significant social milestones. By focusing on the top stories from yesterday, we provide a curated world news update that highlights the most impactful events. This ensures you receive a well-rounded summary of the news that truly matters to your daily life.

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