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Trump's Iran Deadline Nears Amid Regional Violence

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Trump's Iran Deadline Nears Amid Regional Violence
President Donald Trump's deadline for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz is approaching. This comes as new violence erupts in Turkey and elsewhere in the Middle East. The strategic Strait is a critical waterway for global oil shipments. Iran recently seized control of it, escalating tensions with the United States. The U.S. President set a clear ultimatum for Iran to restore access. The specific time remaining was not detailed in the announcement. Simultaneously, reports confirm violent incidents in Turkey. Other areas across the region are also experiencing unrest. CBS News correspondents Olivia Rinaldi, Elizabeth Palmer, and Bradley Blackburn are covering the developing situation.