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Trump warns Iranians to leave Tehran amid escalating tensions

Trump warns Iranians to leave Tehran amid escalating tensions

Washington/Tel Aviv/Tehran, June 17 (UNI) US President Donald Trump has called for a mass exodus in the Iranian capital, as Israel’s war with Iran has entered its fifth day, with massive strikes being carried out by Tel Aviv against Tehran.

"Iran should have signed the 'deal' I told them to sign. What a shame, and waste of human life. Simply stated, IRAN CAN NOT HAVE A NUCLEAR WEAPON. I said it over and over again!" Trump said in a post on Truth Social, according to Iran International.

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