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Iran war live: Trump says ground troops unlikely in Iran; Saudi downs drone

People crowd at a minibus station used by displaced to leave the city, in Taiz, Yemen, Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026. (AP Photo/Marzouq Al Jabri)
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By Enes Abuomer and Mohammed R Mhawish
Published On 16 Oct 2026

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  • US President Donald Trump says he “would not use” nuclear weapons against Iran, adding he did not see “putting US troops on the ground” there.
  • The Saudi-led coalition spokesperson says coalition forces intercepted and destroyed a drone launched towards Saudi Arabia’s Eastern Province.