The venture would serve "as an alternative to Washington's demand that it dismantle its nuclear program", it added.

"There were a lot of departures. An overloaded boat broke apart," the prefecture said. "One person died."

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Announces its dissolution, bringing hope of regional stability

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This was a preliminary move that could lead to the opening of an official investigation.

US president holds 'productive' call with Turkish counterpart

MCU film rules cinemas as 'Sinners' slips to second

Huthi media said the latest barrage by US forces had hit a migrant detention centre.