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flag Iran arrests three top reformist leaders amid ongoing crackdown, protests, and escalating tensions with the U.S. and Israel.

flag Iranian authorities arrested three top reformist leaders—Azar Mansouri, Ebrahim Asgharzadeh, and Mohsen Aminzadeh—on charges including undermining the constitution and coordinating with foreign powers, amid a broader crackdown on protests that has led to at least 6,961 deaths and 51,465 arrests, according to human rights group Hrana. flag The detentions follow a wave of arrests targeting activists, journalists, and public figures supporting calls for democratic change. flag Meanwhile, U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff praised military readiness during a visit to the USS Abraham Lincoln, citing a recent drone interception, and President Trump is set to host Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu to discuss Iran, with both nations open to resuming nuclear talks, though Iran insists its missile program and uranium enrichment are non-negotiable.

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