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In recent decades, the populations of many vulture species declined sharply and are now acutely threatened with extinction.

As yet they have declined to say whether any action has been taken against any individual, or when the review might be completed.

Republican Speaker of the House Mike Johnson on Tuesday declined to say that it would be part of the rules package, telling reporters that lawmakers would seek consensus as they approach the "unprecedented" issue.

He also declined to speculate on whether there would be any consequences for Turkey as a Nato ally if it did take in the Hamas leaders.

The House Speaker declined to confirm whether the would endorse Mace's bill, saying only: "We'll provide appropriate accommodation for every member of Congress."