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Trump Rejects Iran Ceasefire as UK Arrests Five Over Base Plot

President Trump rejected Iran‘s latest ceasefire proposal but says he remains open to talks, as questions grow over whether there is any realistic path toward ending the war.

The proposal was the latest attempt to halt the fighting. Trump’s rejection leaves the diplomatic track uncertain, though he has not closed the door on negotiations.

In Britain, police arrested five men on suspicion of preparing an attack near a military base used by the U.S. Air Force. Investigators are working to determine whether a foreign government was involved.

President Donald Trump said he is closely examining the incident near an air base in the U.K. that’s used by the U.S. and looking into Iran’s involvement.

According to Prime Minister Andy Burnham, Britain believes Iran was involved in the incident.

The five men were arrested on suspicion of preparing an attack. The base is used by U.S. forces, and any foreign involvement would mark a serious escalation. The investigation continues.

Meanwhile, President Trump’s fight with the press continues even after a judge restored White House access to three banned outlets. The ruling raised questions about whether the battle is costing him the media coverage he normally seeks.

The press dispute has dragged on for months. Even with access restored, the relationship between the White House and the outlets remains strained.