U.S. and Iran exchange fire despite ceasefire. And, Trump nominates a new head of ICE

Tensions between the U.S. and Iran have escalated following a series of drone and missile strikes despite a recent ceasefire agreement. Meanwhile, President Trump has nominated a new head for ICE, and Venezuela continues to search for survivors following two major earthquakes.
Why it matters
The breakdown of the U.S.-Iran ceasefire threatens regional stability in the Middle East, while the humanitarian crisis in Venezuela requires urgent international attention.
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