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Trump Suspends Iran Attacks; Astronauts Complete Historic Moon Trip

4/8/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump announced a two-week suspension of bombing and attacks on Iran, contingent on Iran reopening the Strait of Hormuz.
Hedge funds have made record bets against European stocks.
Turkey has sold or loaned out $20 billion in gold since the onset of the Iran war.
A German warship project has faced significant procurement issues.
In space news, four astronauts completed a historic trip around the Moon.

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U.S. President Donald Trump announced a two-week suspension of bombing and attacks on Iran, contingent on Iran reopening the Strait of Hormuz.
Hedge funds have made record bets against European stocks.
Turkey has sold or loaned out $20 billion in gold since the onset of the Iran war.
A German warship project has faced significant procurement issues.
In space news, four astronauts completed a historic trip around the Moon.