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  "id": 17692755,
  "title": "Middle East War updates: Iran warns of expanded strikes against US despite progress in talks",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/01/middle-east-war-updates-iran-warns-of-expanded-strikes-against-us",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-01T22:30:31.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "FXStreet",
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    "url": "https://www.fxstreet.com/news/middle-east-war-updates-iran-warns-of-expanded-strikes-against-us-despite-progress-in-talks-202611012230"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Iran's Supreme Leader has directed his military commanders to prepare for a potential escalation against the United States and Israel. This comes despite top diplomat Abbas Araghchi indicating progress in ongoing diplomatic talks. Khamenei stated that every threat should be met with an immediate and effective response, without geographical limitations. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio affirmed that Washington has not decided to renew strikes on Tehran, and prefers a diplomatic resolution. However, Rubio noted that the US retains the capability to pursue any military objective if necessary. Iranian Foreign Minister Araghchi disclosed that an Iranian delegation was in Qatar for talks with mediators. He emphasized the conditions for these talks, including the lifting of sanctions imposed following the Islamabad memorandum, the reduction of US forces in the region, restoration of oil waivers, and the release of all frozen Iranian funds.",
  "summary": "Here’s a brief recap of the key developments in the Middle East war that occurred over the weekend, which are expected to have a significant impact on markets in the upcoming week.",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
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