U.S. To Announce Withdrawal Of 4,000 Troops From Afghanistan
Current and former U.S. officials confirmed the news to multiple media outlets.

Iran says supreme leader pardoned 22,000 people arrested in protests
Comments that those pardoned had not committed theft or violent crimes suggests that the total detained in the demonstrations is even greater.

Iran, Saudi Arabia agree to resume ties, with China's help
The joint statement calls for the reestablishing of ties and the reopening of embassies to happen “within a maximum period of two months.”

US defense secretary makes unannounced visit to Baghdad
Lloyd Austin said U.S. forces are ready to remain in Iraq at the invitation of its government, adding that they are operating in a non-combat role.
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