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Trade war breakthrough, Israeli-American hostage released, ‘Diddy’ trial begins & more
CNN 5 Things
May 12, 2025

We start with the latest on the US stunning agreement with China to de-escalate their trade war. The last-known living American hostage in Gaza is finally free. President Donald Trump is defending a luxury gift from a royal family. We’re following new developments on Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ criminal trial. Plus, Pope Leo’s message during his first address to reporters at the Vatican.