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• US leads global concern after China fires missile into Pacific

  07-07-2026 08:42 via article.wn.com
  Email: [email protected] Washington: After China successfully tested a missile into the Pacific Ocean, the United States has led growing international concern, urging Beijing to provide greater transparency...
  
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• World Cup winners (England) and losers (FIFA) from the round of 16

  08-07-2026 05:01 via article.wn.com
  'Massive disappointment': Breaking down USA's shocking loss to Belgium USA TODAY Sports' Seth Vertelney breaks down the USMNT's stunning World Cup exit, what went wrong against Belgium and why the loss is such a disappointment. Sports Pulse The 2026 World Cup has reached the quarterfinals, with eight teams remaining in the competition. The round of 16 ended on Tuesday, July 7, with Argentina defeating Egypt in a thriller and Switzerland getting past Colombia on penalties in a game that was decid
  
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• World Cup grind beginning to take its toll on Norway squad, says coach

  08-07-2026 05:01 via article.wn.com
  July 7 - Norway coach Stale Solbakken...
  
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• 'We spoke for Palestine': Egypt fans on historic World Cup after heartbreaking loss

  08-07-2026 05:01 via article.wn.com
  After initial disappointment after a late loss to Argentina, many Egypt football fans are joyously reflecting on the team's historic campaign, while using the stage to show support for Palestinians. ......
  
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• US withdraws Iran oil sales permit amid Strait of Hormuz tensions

  08-07-2026 05:01 via article.wn.com
  The United States is revoking a general license...
  
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• US Strikes Hit 80 Iran Targets in Strait of Hormuz as Tensions Over Ship Attacks and Oil Routes Rise

  08-07-2026 05:01 via article.wn.com
  US Central Command (CENTCOM) said its forces have completed the latest round of strikes against Iran, hitting more than 80 targets with precision munitions.CENTCOM also released video footage showing the attacks, which it said targeted Iranian military capabilities linked to recent attacks on commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz..Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - simply click here.. The US military said the strikes hit Iranian air defence systems, command an
  
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• US says strikes against Iranian targets are over, will hold Tehran 'accountable' for violations

  08-07-2026 05:01 via article.wn.com
  The U.S. military says its latest strikes against Iran are over and that it hit more than 80 targets. The U.S. military’s Central Command says it would hold Tehran “accountable” over what it called further violations of the interim deal ......
  
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• US military says Iran strikes over after it hit over 80 targets, warns Tehran it ...

  08-07-2026 05:01 via article.wn.com
  US military says Iran strikes over after it hit over 80 targets, warns Tehran it will hold it 'accountable' in future. ......
  
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• US launches series of powerful strikes on Iran after Hormuz attacks; revokes oil sanctions waiver

  08-07-2026 05:01 via article.wn.com
  The United States launched fresh military strikes on Iranian military infrastructure after accusing Tehran of attacking commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, further escalating regional tensions. ......
  
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• U.S. launches 'powerful strikes' against Iran, halts oil sales

  08-07-2026 05:01 via article.wn.com
  (The Center Square) - The United States on Tuesday launched a "series of powerful strikes" against Iran in response to attacks on three tankers in the Strait of Hormuz. ......
  
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• US Launches New Strikes on Iran Near Strait of Hormuz After Ship Attacks, Tehran Vows Retaliation

  08-07-2026 05:01 via article.wn.com
  The US military has...
  
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• Urgent: U.S. completed new round of strikes against Iran, hitting over 80 targets -- Central Command

  08-07-2026 05:01 via article.wn.com
  WASHINGTON, July 7 (Xinhua) -- The United States completed a new round of strikes against Iran, hitting...
  
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• Turkish delight: Trump revels in Erdogan’s lavish welcome ahead of NATO summit

  08-07-2026 05:01 via article.wn.com
  Erdogan even personally met Trump at the airport. ......
  
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• Trump’s F-35 offer to Turkey comes with an S-400 catch. Why Pakistan is excited

  08-07-2026 05:01 via article.wn.com
  A defence deal for F-35 fighter jets between...
  
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• Trump says end of conflict 'much closer'

  08-07-2026 05:01 via article.wn.com
  WASHINGTON/MOSCOW/KYIV — US President Donald Trump claimed on Monday that the Russia-Ukraine conflict, now in its fifth year, is nearing a conclusion. "He (Russian President Vladimir Putin) wants to end it, and Ukraine wants to end it. We're in talks, and we'll see if we can get it ended," Trump told reporters. "I think we are getting much closer than people realize." Trump said his administration has been in contact with both Russia and Ukraine in attempts to end their conflict, which is
  
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• Trump praises Erdoğan, pressures Europe on NATO and defense

  08-07-2026 05:01 via article.wn.com
  (The Center Square) – President Donald Trump remained icy toward key European leaders at the NATO Summit Tuesday, though he had nothing but good things to say about Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan. ......
  
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• Trump demands Republicans attach voter ID bill to $350 billion for Pentagon

  08-07-2026 05:01 via article.wn.com
  (The Center Square) – As congressional...
  
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• The Canadian Who Steered Europe Away From the U.S.

  08-07-2026 05:01 via article.wn.com
  Facing threats from Trump, Carney emerged as a central figure in a project to reshape the Western alliance. ......
  
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• Switzerland to face Argentina in World Cup quarter final

  08-07-2026 05:01 via article.wn.com
  Switzerland are through to the FIFA World Cup...
  
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• Samsung posts record Q2 profit on AI chip demand despite share fall

  08-07-2026 05:01 via article.wn.com
  Samsung Electronics (005930.KS), opens new tab on...
  
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• Russian Strikes Scar a Kyiv Neighborhood—and Bring It Together

  08-07-2026 05:01 via article.wn.com
  People in the Ukrainian capital’s Lukyanivka district are determined to live their lives despite the Kremlin’s missile barrages. ......
  
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• Quick hits: Belgium trolls Trump as Egypt fires up over 'fixed' World Cup

  08-07-2026 05:01 via article.wn.com
  An all-time blow-up from Egypt's coach headlines the day at the World Cup, as the fallout from Belgium's win over the US continues. Here are today's quick hits. ......
  
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• Prince Harry loses privacy case against Daily Mail publisher

  08-07-2026 05:01 via article.wn.com
  Prince Harry, the estranged younger son ​of King...
  
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• Operation Hard Ball: Inside the FBI's massive 50-raid takedown of the transnational Lawrence Bishnoi cartel

  08-07-2026 05:01 via article.wn.com
  Under "Operation Hard Ball," the FBI and global allies arrested 24 operatives linked to Lawrence Bishnoi and Jaggu Bhagwanpuria. Bishnoi is charged with ordering the Nijjar assassination. ......
  
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• Not a model ally to US: Netanyahu opposes Trump's F-35 sale to Turkey

  08-07-2026 05:01 via article.wn.com
  Not a model ally to US: Netanyahu opposes Trump's F-35 sale to Turkey ......
  
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• NATO leaders meet in Ankara after Trump rekindles disputes over Iran, Greenland

  08-07-2026 05:01 via article.wn.com
  Trump says Greenland should be controlled by US, not Denmark President Donald Trump said Greenland, a semi-autonomous territory of NATO member Denmark, should be controlled by the United States. Ankara - NATO’s European leaders aim to convince Donald Trump on Wednesday to re-commit to the military alliance at a summit in Ankara after the U.S. president revived his disputes with them over the Iran war and Greenland. Following his arrival in the Turkish capital on Tuesday, Trump said he migh
  
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• Meta faces $1.4tr penalty claim from four US states

  08-07-2026 05:01 via article.wn.com
  Meta Platforms (META.O), opens new tab ​said in a...
  
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• Le Pen says she’ll run in France’s 2027 presidential race

  08-07-2026 05:01 via article.wn.com
  PARIS — Marine Le Pen, France’s...
  
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• John James clashes with Muslim rights group ahead of Michigan primary

  08-07-2026 05:01 via article.wn.com
  LANSING, Mich. — U.S. Rep. John James, a Republican who's running to be Michigan's next governor, has been engaged in a days-long dispute with a Muslim civil rights group and has vowed to label it a terrorist organization. The feud ......
  
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• 'It didn't feel like home': Switzerland prevails amid hostile Colombia-friendly crowd

  08-07-2026 05:01 via article.wn.com
  Manuel Akanji knew the...
  
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