Russia Rejects Peace Proposal, Hegseth Defends Boat Strikes, Tennessee House Election
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Russia rejects US peace proposal after five-hour Moscow talks, Defense Secretary Hegseth defends Caribbean boat strikes, Tennessee Republican wins by narrower margin.
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Defense Secretary Hegseth admits he left after first boat strike but defends admiral's decision to conduct deadly follow-up attack on survivors.
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