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President Trump, King Salman Speak Amid Qatar Diplomatic Fallout

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U.S. President Donald Trump spoke by phone with Saudi Arabia's King Salman amid a growing crisis between GCC states over allegations that Qatar is funding terrorism and extremist activities.

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