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Trump says he signed agreement on ending war in Iran while at Versailles
US President Donald Trump said he has signed the memorandum of understanding with Iran. “It’s signed,” Trump told reporters as he left Versailles. “I signed it in Versailles,” Trump said. “Just signed…
- Sports
Austria beats Jordan 3-1 for its first World Cup win in 36 years
Santa Clara: Austria won a World Cup game for the first time in 36 years with a 3-1 victory over a Jordan team on debut at soccer’s premier global event. An own…
- World
Small plane crashes on Texas highway
Laredo: Crews rushed to pull out people from a small plane on the night of Tuesday, June 16, that crashed in the middle of a highway in southern Texas, as flames burst…
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FIFA WC: Messi hat trick powers Argentina past Algeria 3-0
Kansas City: Lionel Messi registered his first World Cup hat trick while moving into a tie for first on the tournament’s career scoring list, sending defending champion Argentina to a dominant 3-0…
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Iran deal: White House points claiming victories don’t meet reality
The White House has informed supporters that President Donald Trump has accomplished his goals in the war with Iran despite the details of an initial agreement remaining unclear and negotiations on Tehran’s…
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FIFA WC: Haaland shines with two goals as Norway beats Iraq 4-1
Foxborough: Erling Haaland scored his first two World Cup goals, including one off a defensive blunder, and added an assist in his tournament debut Tuesday to propel Norway to a 4-1 victory…
- Middle East
To end war with US, Israel needs to withdraw from Lebanon: Iran
Dubai: Iran’s top diplomat said Tuesday, June 16, that the deal ending the war with the United States would also require Israel to withdraw from Lebanon. But with Israel insisting it will…
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Iran open World Cup campaign with 2-2 draw against New Zealand
Inglewood (US): Iran opened its politically charged World Cup by playing to a 2-2 draw with New Zealand on Monday night, overcoming two deficits and getting the tying goal from Mohammad Mohebbi…
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Trump’s Iran deal draws Capitol Hill scrutiny
Washington: Republicans on Capitol Hill said Monday, June 15, they need more information about the agreement between the United States and Iran announced by President Donald Trump, and some are expressing scepticism…
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FIFA WC: Belgium held by Egypt despite Lukaku’s instant impact
Seattle: Romelu Lukaku’s entrance as a second-half substitute drew a standing ovation from the smattering of Belgium supporters. It took only 23 seconds to turn those hopeful cheers into raptures of euphoria.…
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Cape Verde secures 0-0 draw with Spain in its World Cup debut
Atlanta: Tiny Cape Verde pulled off a stunning result in its World Cup debut, shutting out heavily favoured Spain. An impressive performance by 40-year-old goalkeeper Vozinha helped Cape Verde play one of…
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FIFA WC 2026: Uruguay draw 1-1 with Saudi Arabia
Miami Gardens: Abdulelah Al-Amri scored on a rebound in the 41st minute for Saudi Arabia, and Uruguay’s Maxi Araújo responded with an equaliser in the 80th as the teams played to a…
- World
Cuba health crisis deepens under US energy blockade
Havana: Some of Cuba’s sickest people are feeling the effects of the US energy blockade, with surgeries delayed, kidney dialysis treatments disrupted, and children with cancer facing a higher risk of death,…
- Middle East
Trump heads to G7 with momentum after US-Iran peace deal
Evian-les-Bains (France): United States President Donald Trump is headed to the French Alps on Monday, June 15, to meet with fellow world leaders at the Group of Seven summit after announcing an…
- Middle East
More than 1,000 civilians killed in Sudan drone attacks, says UN
Khartoum: Drone strikes killed more than 1,000 civilians in war-torn Sudan in the first five months of 2026, a senior United Nations official said Monday. UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker…
