Trump Could Have a Meeting With Putin, ISIS Loses Territory, and Iran Arrests Dual Nationals: The VICE Morning Bulletin

Iran Arrested Dozens of Dual Nationals
Over the past two years, authorities in Iran have arrested at least 30 dual nationals, perhaps double the figure previously revealed. Those detained are reportedly often used for leverage in international negotiations and held on flimsy espionage-related pretenses.—Reuters

Anticipation Swirls Around Potential Trump-Putin Meet
The two world leaders could meet Friday at an economic summit in Vietnam, according to a Putin aide. The logistics of the meeting were still being hashed out, and it might not happen at all, but both Trump and Putin are slated to attend the Asia-Pacific Economic Corporation leaders' assembly.—CNBC/AP

Syria Recaptures Key ISIS Stronghold
Syrian government troops took down a critical ISIS stronghold this week, cutting off a route the group relied on for travel between Syria and Iraq. Now that the eastern territory, Bukamal, is in regime hands, ISIS forces only have a few remaining power centers in the country.—The Washington Post

Country Star Calls Trump a 'Fascist Fucking Pig' Outside CMAs
Sturgill Simpson played a surprise set outside the Country Music Awards Wednesday, busking for donations to the ACLU and calling President Trump a "fascist fucking pig." “Nobody needs a machine gun," he added, "and that’s comin' from a guy who owns quite a few guns."—Billboard

Weinstein's Lawyers Say He's Not Getting Indicted
Following reports that prosecutors in New York were considering indicting Harvey Weinstein on sexual assault charges as early as next week, the disgraced mogul's lawyers said they believe their client is in the clear. "We do not believe an indictment of Mr. Weinstein is imminent," a Weinstein spokesperson said in a statement. "We strongly believe we will demonstrate that no criminal charges are warranted."—The Hollywood Reporter