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North Korea announces it will stop all nuclear tests and missile launches ahead of Trump talks

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Comey memos detailing conversations of Trump meetings published

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Islamic State group to give up last pocket in Syrian capital

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China challenged Australian warships in South China Sea, reports say

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Trump administration looks to encourage U.S. arms sales abroad, including drone exports

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North Korea seeks 'complete denuclearisation', says Moon, as U.S. vows continued pressure

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