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Iran, US draft accord envisions end to hostilities, Hormuz

It outlines a process for ending military tensions and restoring maritime commerce.

Under the draft, Iran would immediately take measures to reopen the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz to all commercial shipping following the signing.

Iranians see little chance of life improving as interim deal halts war with US

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New rulebook spells out landowners’ role in shielding against sea level rise

Those with fewer than 30 years left on their lease should prepare their coastal stretch for a 0.7m rise in sea level.

The Government, which owns 70 per cent of coastal land, will be responsible for protecting the majority of the coastline segments.

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