US, Iran Agree To Halt Attacks, Resume Negotiations, Official Says
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US, Iran Agree To Halt Attacks, Resume Negotiations, Officials Say
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Iran, Romania Discuss Regional Developments
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The foreign ministers of Iran and Romania talked about the latest regional developments, progress in implementing the Islamabad memorandum of understanding, and ways to expand bilateral cooperation.
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Iran-Egypt ‘Pride Match’ Stirs Conversation About Persecution
Seattle had designated Friday’s match to celebrate L. G. B.
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Video: Netanyahu says Israel will remain in southern Lebanon until Hezbollah ‘disarm’
Video: Netanyahu says Israel will remain in southern Lebanon until Hezbollah ‘disarm’ Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Friday that Israel will remain in southern Lebanon "as long as Hezbollah does not disarm", following the announcement of a framework agreement between Tel Aviv and Beirut. He also described the framework deal as a significant blow to Iran, saying Tehran wanted to force an Israeli withdrawal from southern Lebanon. Earlier, Lebanon and Israel agreed to a deal as part of a trilateral framework with the United States in Washington, following five rounds of talks hosted by Donald Trump's administration.
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FIFA World Cup 2026: Egypt reach knockouts for first time after dramatic 1-1 draw against Iran
Seattle [US], June 27 (ANI): Egypt secured a historic qualification to the FIFA World Cup 2026 knockout stage for the first time after a dramatic 1-1 draw with Iran in their final Group G fixture. Iran's Ramin Rezaeian was named Player of the Match. The Pharaohs finished the group stage unbeaten and will now face Australia in the Round of 32 as Group G runners-up.
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Morning update
Morning update A fragile US-Iran ceasefire came under renewed strain after Washington launched strikes on Iranian targets in response to an alleged drone attack on a commercial vessel in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran responded by targeting US positions in the region, while a separate US-brokered framework agreement between Israel and Lebanon marked a significant diplomatic development despite opposition from Hezbollah. Here are the latest updates: US Central Command said American forces struck Iranian targets after a drone attack on a commercial vessel in the Strait of Hormuz.
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Pakistan reaffirms support for regional peace in call with Iran
Pakistan reaffirms support for regional peace in call with Iran Pakistan's foreign minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar reaffirmed Islamabad's commitment to playing a constructive role in promoting lasting peace and stability during a telephone conversation with Iranian foreign minister Abbas Araghchi. According to the ministry, Araghchi thanked Pakistan for its continued support in advancing the peace process and expressed appreciation for Islamabad's efforts in facilitating the safe return of Iranian crew members and fishermen to their homeland.
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Israel to reduce forces in southern Lebanon, army radio says
Israel to reduce forces in southern Lebanon, army radio says The Israeli military will reduce its forces in southern Lebanon, withdraw some combat brigades and increase its readiness levels, according to Israeli Army Radio. The report said the army is also expected to begin rotating brigades between the Gaza Strip and southern Lebanon in the coming period as part of its operational adjustments. The development comes after Lebanon and Israel agreed to a deal as part of a trilateral framework with the United States in Washington on Friday, following five rounds of talks hosted by US President Donald Trump's administration.
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Video: Protesters rally in Beirut against Israel-Lebanon agreement
Video: Protesters rally in Beirut against Israel-Lebanon agreement Protesters took to the streets in Beirut to rally against the Israel-Lebanon framework agreement that was signed hours earlier. Lebanon and Israel agreed to a deal as part of a trilateral framework with the United States in Washington on Friday, following five rounds of talks hosted by US President Donald Trump's administration. Hezbollah has rejected the deal, with one lawmaker saying it will only “serve the interests” of Israel.
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Pakistan PM says free passage at sea 'a global necessity'
Pakistan PM says free passage at sea 'a global necessity' Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif stressed the importance of freedom of navigation and maritime security, saying global trade and supply chains depend on the safe movement of vessels through international waters. "The evolving regional situation has highlighted more than anything else the importance of maritime security for the global economy and international supply chains," Sharif said at the Pakistan Naval Academy. "Today, the right of free passage and freedom of navigation are no longer luxuries but have become an absolute necessity for the entire world.
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US strikes caused no damage to port of Sirik, says official
US strikes caused no damage to port of Sirik, says official Mehr News Agency cited the director of East Hormozgan ports as saying that the port of Sirik is operating normally and that its equipment and facilities have not suffered any damage. Iran's Revolutionary Guards said that in response to US strikes, its navy "struck the locations where the terrorist US military is stationed in the region". The ceasefire agreement gives Iran control over ship traffic in the strait, the Guards said.
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US-Iran MoU 'conditional surrender' signed by America, analyst says on Tucker Carlson's show
US-Iran MoU 'conditional surrender' signed by America, analyst says on Tucker Carlson's show Submitted by MEE staff on Sat, 06/27/2026 - 00:55 US author says shortages of interceptors and cruise missiles could take years to replenish, raising concerns about future military readiness US President Donald Trump salutes as a US Army carry team transfers the remains of Chief Warrant Officer 3 Robert M. Marzan at Dover Air Force Base in Delaware, 7 March 2026 (Roberto Schmidt/Getty Images via AFP) Off The memorandum of understanding signed by the United States following the joint US-Israeli war on Iran amounts to a "conditional surrender document," American author and geopolitical analyst Brandon Weichert said during an appearance on Tucker Carlson's show, claiming that Washington entered negotiations after depleting significant portions of its missile stockpiles. "Ultimately, this is a conditional surrender document," Weichert said.
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"Moral clarity on Gaza": Rahul Gandhi backs Sonia Gandhi's call for Independent Foreign Policy; claims India 'slipping into Israel's strategic orbit'
New Delhi [India], June 27 (ANI): Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Saturday intensified his criticism of the central government's foreign policy, arguing that India is drifting into Israel's strategic orbit while the rest of the world increasingly pivots away.
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FIFA World Cup 2026: Egypt reach knockouts for first time after dramtic 1-1 draw against Iran
Seattle [US], June 27 (ANI): Egypt secured a historic qualification to the FIFA World Cup 2026 knockout stage for the first time after a dramatic 1-1 draw with Iran in their final Group G fixture. Iran's Ramin Rezaeian was named Player of the Match. The Pharaohs finished the group stage unbeaten and will now face Australia in the Round of 32 as Group G runners-up.
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FIFA World Cup 2026: Leandro Trossard's brace powers Belgium to dominant 5-1 win over New Zealand
Vancouver [Canada], June 27 (ANI): Leandro Trossard starred with a brace as Belgium produced a dominant display to thrash New Zealand 5-1 in their FIFA World Cup 2026 Group G clash and seal top spot in the group. Belgium, which had struggled for consistency in its opening two matches, went into the encounter at BC Place needing a victory to confirm qualification to the Round of 32.
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Iran's stoppage-time goal disallowed in 1-1 draw with Egypt
(Photo credit: Steven Bisig-Imagn Images) SEATTLE -- Iran had a stoppage-time goal disallowed and settled for a 1-1 draw with Egypt in an intense final Group G game at Seattle Stadium on Friday night.
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What the 14-point Lebanon-Israel framework agreement actually says
What the 14-point Lebanon-Israel framework agreement actually says Israel and Lebanon signed a 14-point framework agreement at the US State Department on Friday. More than 4,000 people have been killed and more than a million displaced since Israel launched its devastating military campaign in October 2023. Hezbollah lawmaker Hassan Fadlallah sharply criticised the agreement, saying that Lebanese authorities would not be able to enforce it without bringing the country to "civil war".
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Iran's stoppage-time goal overturned in 1-1 draw with Egypt
(Photo credit: Steven Bisig-Imagn Images) SEATTLE -- Iran had a stoppage-time goal overturned and settled for a 1-1 draw with Egypt in the final Group G game at Seattle Stadium on Friday night. Defender Shoja Khalilzadeh appeared to have scored the game-winning goal three minutes into second-half stoppage time when he found the back of the net following a flurry of shots at Egypt goalkeeper Mostafa Shoubir.
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Iran held by Egypt, waits on results in bid for first World Cup knockout place
Iran’s official national team missed the chance to qualify automatically for the World Cup knockout stage for the first time in its history after a 1-1 draw with Egypt in Seattle, but can still advance depending on results in other groups.
