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WorldPublished: 12 June 2026 at 23:21

Trump Cancels Further Iran Strikes; U.S. Men's Soccer Begins World Cup Campaign

President Donald Trump has canceled additional military strikes against Iran and signaled that a peace deal could be imminent, but Iran says the agreement has not been finalized. Meanwhile, the U.S. men's national soccer team plays its first match of the 2026 World Cup today.

U.S. President Donald Trump has called off planned further military strikes on Iran, while suggesting that a peace agreement with the country could be reached soon. The announcement came despite Iran's statement that the deal has not yet been concluded.

The decision marks a sudden shift in U.S. foreign policy, which had previously focused on increasing pressure on Tehran. Trump indicated that negotiations might yield quick results, but Iranian officials cautioned that significant differences remain.

In the world of sports, attention is on the U.S. men's national soccer team as it plays its first match of the 2026 World Cup today. The opponent is Paraguay. This game is crucial for the team, which hopes to perform well on home soil.

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