The Papers: 'Iran rejects peace plan' and '£400m cost of savings scandal'
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Iran rejects a U.S. peace plan, with President Trump responding on Thursday amid ongoing tensions over nuclear negotiations.
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Iran has rejected a US peace plan, drawing a response from President Trump that dominated Thursday's front pages. The rejection underscores ongoing tensions between Washington and Tehran over nuclear negotiations and broader Middle East policy. Trump's reaction signals the administration's next steps in dealing with Iran at a time when diplomatic channels remain strained. The development comes as the White House navigates multiple international crises and seeks to reshape US foreign policy in the region. Separately, British media is reporting on a £400 million cost associated with a savings scandal, though details on that matter were not provided in the available excerpt.
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