Iran Team Leaves Locker Room Note: The ‘Spirit of Iran Remains Alive and Steadfast’
After fighting Belgium to a draw for one of Iran’s best World Cup results, the Iranians had a note for their fans and the world.
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Vance says Iran must back commitments with actions, not words
Vance says Iran must back commitments with actions, not words US Vice President JD Vance has said progress in talks with Iran will ultimately be judged by Tehran's actions rather than its promises, despite describing the latest round of negotiations in Switzerland as productive. "You can't trust anybody's words, you have to trust what they actually do," Vance said. He described Iran's decision to allow weapons and nuclear inspectors into the country as "a big deal", but stressed that the United States would closely monitor what access inspectors are actually given.
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Iran, US Positive On Progress To Peace Deal But Differ On Details
Iran and the United States cited progress in talks toward reaching a final peace deal, though comments from both sides highlighted the fragile state of negotiations.
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Gaza death toll rises to 73,035 as Israeli attacks continue
Gaza death toll rises to 73,035 as Israeli attacks continue The death toll from Israel's genocide in Gaza has risen to 73,035, with 173,368 Palestinians wounded since October 2023, according to medical sources cited by the Palestinian news agency Wafa. The figures also indicate that 1,005 Palestinians have been killed since the US-brokered ceasefire came into effect in October, highlighting the continued deadly toll of Israeli attacks despite the agreement. Medical officials have repeatedly warned that the true number of casualties is likely to be higher, with many victims still believed to be trapped beneath the rubble or in areas inaccessible to rescue teams.
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US suspends Iran sanctions after 'good progress' in talks
US suspends Iran sanctions after 'good progress' in talks Submitted by MEE staff on Mon, 06/22/2026 - 19:47 The first round of US-Iran negotiations concludes with a temporary lifting of sanctions but progress on the nuclear issue muddied by both sides US Vice President JD Vance speaks to the media after the US and Iran held high-level talks at the Lake Lucerne Summit in Switzerland, 22 June 2026 (Nathan Howard/AFP) Off The US suspended sanctions against Iran on Monday as the two sparred over nuclear and weapons inspections during a day of talks that US Vice President JD Vance characterised as "good progress". US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced it would be temporarily lifting sanctions until 21 August under a 60-day general licence that authorises Iranian oil production and sales. Any transactions during this period must be made in US dollars.
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The Iran war is worse for the world than Covid – Stateside with Kai and Carter
With negotiations to end the war in Iran now underway, experts widely agree that the Iranian government has the upper hand. But if the regime emerges from the war stronger than before, what does it mean for the people of Iran? Carter Sherman speaks with Shirin Jaafari , a journalist for the World who focuses on the Middle East, about her reporting on Iranians living through war, a devastated economy and a government that executes people who dare to protest.
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U.S. Temporarily Lifts Oil Sanctions Against Iran, Citing ‘Productive’ Talks
President Trump and Vice President JD Vance pointed to progress on Iran’s nuclear program, but officials in Tehran said “no new commitments” had been made.
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Will the Islamic Republic trade with the 'Great Satan'?
Nearly half a century after Iran's revolutionary government severed ties with Washington, took US diplomats hostage and turned "Death to America" into one of its defining slogans, a new US proposal could see frozen Iranian assets used to purchase American goods.
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Vance says US and Iranian negotiators remain in Switzerland for talks
Vance says US and Iranian negotiators remain in Switzerland for talks US Vice President JD Vance says American and Iranian negotiators are continuing discussions in Switzerland despite his departure from the talks. "We left a lot of our team. The Iranians left a lot of their team at the resort there to keep on working at it," Vance told reporters before boarding Air Force Two for the return to the United States.
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Vance Says Iran Has Agreed to Allow Nuclear Inspectors Into Country
The Trump administration relaxed sanctions on Iranian oil after Vice President JD Vance said that Iran had agreed to invite U. N. nuclear inspectors into the country.
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How a New Jersey town has struggled to embrace Morocco’s World Cup team
How a New Jersey town has struggled to embrace Morocco’s World Cup team Submitted by Azad Essa on Sat, 06/20/2026 - 17:32 Basking Ridge is hosting two giants of the game, but football fever has been slow to catch on its affluent 'bubble' Morocco's players at a training session during the 2026 World Cup at the Pingry School in Basking Ridge, New Jersey, on 11 June 2026 (Mauro Pimental/AFP) Off Until the World Cup began in mid-June, Caroline Corley had never watched a football match. The 22-year-old graduate of Rutgers University says her interest piqued when she learned that both Brazil and Morocco, two powerhouses of football (or soccer in the US), would use her small hometown, Basking Ridge, as their base during the opening round of the tournament. She could hardly believe that this quiet community in central New Jersey, was set to play a part in an event of such global significance.
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"Very productive 36 hours": US VP Vance as he departs from Switzerland after talks with Iran
Burgenstock [Switzerland], June 23 (ANI): US Vice President JD Vance on Monday (local time) described the latest round of technical talks between the United States and Iran as part of the 14-point memorandum of understanding (MoU) to end the hostilities in West Asia, in Switzerland, as 'a very produ
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Israeli attacks have killed over 4,100 people in Lebanon
Israeli attacks have killed over 4,100 people in Lebanon Lebanon's Ministry of Public Health says at least 4,175 people have been killed in Israeli attacks since 2 March, according to figures released by the ministry's Health Emergency Operations Center. The ministry added that 12,164 people have been wounded over the same period, underscoring the heavy human toll of Israel's military campaign in Lebanon. The latest figures come as Israeli strikes continue across southern Lebanon despite ongoing diplomatic efforts aimed at reducing regional tensions following the US-Iran agreement.
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Turkish president warns of efforts to undermine US-Iran deal
Turkish president warns of efforts to undermine US-Iran deal Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has told his Iranian counterpart, Masoud Pezeshkian, that Ankara welcomes the agreement between the United States and Iran aimed at ending the US-Israeli war on Iran. During a phone call, Erdogan said it was important to remain vigilant against any attempts to undermine the negotiations, according to the Turkish presidency. He also told Pezeshkian that Türkiye was ready to provide any support needed to help ensure the success of the diplomatic process.
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Israeli raids and settler attacks intensify across occupied West Bank
Israeli raids and settler attacks intensify across occupied West Bank As attention remains focused on the agreement between Iran and the United States, Israeli forces have reportedly stepped up operations across the occupied West Bank, according to the Palestinian news agency Wafa. Israeli forces raided the town of Turmus Ayya, northeast of Ramallah, storming a cafe and a carpentry workshop. One Palestinian was detained during the raid before later being released.
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Iran slams FIFA inaction over discrimination by US at World Cup
The Iranian team expects footballs governing body to address unequal treatment by the host nation, its manager says The Iranian national team has formally complained to FIFA about what its manager has described as systemic discrimination by the US, one of the hosts of the 2026 World Cup.
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Iran says it will continue cooperation with UN nuclear watchdog
Iran says it will continue cooperation with UN nuclear watchdog Iran says it will continue cooperating with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) under existing legal frameworks, according to Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmail Baghaei. Speaking to the state news agency IRNA, Baghaei said Tehran's engagement with the UN nuclear watchdog would continue "in accordance with the approvals of the Islamic Consultative Assembly and the decisions of the Supreme National Security Council". His comments come as Iran and the United States move towards signing a memorandum of understanding later this week, with nuclear oversight expected to remain a key component of the agreement.
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US Treasury eases santions, issues 60-day license for Iranian oil amid progress in peace talks
Washington, DC [US], June 22 (ANI): In a major shift in Middle Eastern energy and security dynamics, the US Department of the Treasury on Monday issued a temporary 60-day general license authorising transactions related to the production, delivery, and sale of Iranian crude oil, petrochemicals, and petroleum products.
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Vance Claims Progress in First Day of Iran Talks
Vice President JD Vance, the lead U. S. negotiator, said the two sides had agreed on technical issues and at least one substantive one, international inspection of Iranian nuclear sites, but an Iranian official said his country had made “no new commitments.
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Note of pride says Iran World Cup team leaves L.A. with 'dignity'
(Photo credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images) A representative for Iran's national soccer team left a note in the locker room Sunday showing appreciation to Los Angeles, while mentioning peace and global unity, after a scoreless draw against Belgium in a World Cup Group G match. Iran played each of its first two matches at Inglewood, Calif.
