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Fear in Iran, Tyler Perry accused, Amazon’s warning & more
CNN 5 Things
Jun 18, 2025

People in Iran have been speaking to CNN about being scared and panicked. The Federal Reserve will announce its interest rates decision today. Lawmakers are calling for around-the-clock protection. We’ll tell you who is suing film and TV giant Tyler Perry. And, Amazon’s CEO has a dramatic warning for workers.