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July 5, 2026

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US and Iran sign memorandum aimed at ending war

The presidents of the United States and Iran have officially signed a memorandum of understanding aimed at ending their war and reopening the Strait of Hormuz. The agreement was due to be signed at an official ceremony in Switzerland on Friday, but the White House and Iranian state media confirmed it had been signed early. Earlier today, in a briefing with journalists including from the ABC, a senior US official read out the full text of the 14-point document. Iran war live updates: For the latest news on the Middle East crisis, read our blog. The agreement includes a commitment

July 5, 2026

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Tucker Carlson says he’s building a third party after break with Trump

Updated July 2, 2026, 1:40 p.m. ET WASHINGTON – Conservative commentator Tucker Carlson said he plans to help launch a new political party after breaking with President Donald Trump and other Republicans over the U.S. war in Iran. Carlson, the former Fox News host who now has a weekly political podcast, said in an interview with the Columbia Journalism Review published July 1 that the Democratic and Republican parties “are in lockstep solidarity with each other” on foreign policy, war in the Middle East and other matters. “We need a third party,” said Carlson, a onetime close Trump confidant. “I’m

July 5, 2026

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Trump promised a record-breaking DC fireworks estimated to cost millions – but who is footing the bill?

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July 5, 2026

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World Cup games today: Breaking down today’s schedule

Updated July 2, 2026, 1:51 p.m. ET Editor’s note:Follow our live updates for every game on Thursday Day 22 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup brings three more round of 32 matches. Nearly every match so far at this stage has been filled with drama. Surely there is more on the cards today. Spain opens the day against Austria in Los Angeles. Portugal meets Croatia in Toronto. While Switzerland closes the night against Algeria in Vancouver. All times Eastern and accurate as of Tuesday, June 30, 2026, at 12:32 p.m. World Cup round of 32: Spain vs Austria Editor’s note:Follow

July 4, 2026

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World Cup games today: A closer look at today’s schedule

July 4, 2026, 6:04 a.m. ET Day 24 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup opens the round of 16 on the Fourth of July. Two matches on the slate, and both stadiums are also hosting ceremonies to mark 250 years of American independence. Canada meets Morocco in Houston in what will be Canada’s first ever round of 16 appearance. France closes the day against Paraguay in Philadelphia. All times Eastern and accurate as of Thursday, July 2, 2026, at 11:23 p.m. Round of 16: Canada vs Morocco Time/TV: 1:00 PM ET on Fox at NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas Why

July 4, 2026

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Trump and Iran’s president sign initial deal to end war, open Strait of Hormuz and ease sanctions

President Donald Trump and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian have signed a memorandum of understanding, laying out terms for ending the war and reopening the Strait of Hormuz. Limited time: Save 25% on NBC News subscription Get exclusive reporting, live Q&As and ad-free reading. Trump could be seen signing the memorandum late Wednesday at the Palace of Versailles in video published by French President Emmanuel Macron. Asked by a reporter about the signing while leaving Versailles, Trump said, “It’s signed. Signed in Versailles. Just signed it.” Pezeshkian signed the memorandum separately, according to Iranian state media, which posted an image of

July 4, 2026

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Brutal heatwave scorches eastern US ahead of Fourth of July weekend | Extreme heat

A “prolonged, dangerous heatwave” was sweeping across parts of the central and eastern United States on Thursday, with forecasters warning that extreme record-breaking temperatures are expected to continue into the holiday weekend for millions of Americans. The National Weather Service (NWS) warned on Thursday that temperatures between 95F (35C) and 105F (40.5C), combined with high humidity, will push heat index values across parts of the region to between 100F and 115F. “This will lead to widespread areas of Major to Extreme HeatRisk from the Midwest to the East Coast” the NWS said. “Numerous daily temperature records are expected today, Friday,

July 4, 2026

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Trump’s team prepares a record-breaking salute for the 250th anniversary of the USA amid warnings about dangerous air pollution

For the celebration of the 250th anniversary of US independence, Washington plans to launch over 850 thousand fireworks – this will become the largest pyrotechnic show in the country’s history. At the same time, scientists and specialists from the US National Park Service (NPS) warn that the massive fireworks display could cause a sharp deterioration in air quality and increase risks to human health and the environment. This is reported by Politico, as conveyed by UNN. Record fireworks for the 250th anniversary of the USA On the evening of July 4, the National Park Service plans to launch over 850

July 4, 2026

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CNN issues breaking news alert on US-Iran deal – and it’s bad news for Trump

CNN anchor Omar Jimenez broke into regular programming with breaking news concerning the US-Israeli conflict with Iran. In a stunning turnaround, the US and Iran have struck a deal to bring the war to a close, with mediator Pakistan confirming the agreement will be officially signed this Friday in Switzerland. Donald Trump announced that the Strait of Hormuz will once again be open, and the US naval blockade of Iran will be lifted. The deal includes a halt to “military operations” in Lebanon, which has voiced its backing for the agreement. Israel, however, has made clear that its troops will

July 4, 2026

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Iran threatens “complete halt” to talks after trading strikes with U.S.; Washington official says talks to continue

Hezbollah has rejected the trilateral agreement between the U.S., Israel and Lebanon, calling it a “humiliation” and a “disgrace.” Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced the deal on Friday after several days of negotiations, though there were no substantial differences from the ceasefire that Israel and Lebanon were already operating under, which also did not involve negotiations with the Iranian-backed, Lebanon-based Hezbollah militant group. “The Framework Agreement in Washington is a humiliation, a disgrace, and a surrender of sovereignty,” Hezbollah Secretary-General Sheikh Naim Qassem said in a lengthy statement picking apart the deal. “This agreement is null and void, and