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Iran Talks Collapse: Trump Threatens More Strikes, Says U.S. Could Take Control of Strait of Hormuz

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Trump claimed that US forces inflicted major damage on Iranian military assets during overnight operation U.S. President Donald Trump has issued a fresh warning to Iran, saying American forces will continue military strikes if Tehran keeps violating past agreements. He also suggested that the United States could take on a long-term role in securing the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz. Speaking in a phone interview with Fox News and later sharing the comments on X, Trump claimed U.S. forces inflicted heavy damage on Iranian military assets during overnight operations. “Most of their equipment is gone. Their anti-aircraft guns — we hit them very hard last night,” Trump said. “Every time they send a drone, we hit them very hard.” His remarks came as tensions between Washington and Tehran intensified following the collapse of indirect negotiations over the Strait of Hormuz. Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) later claimed responsibility for attacks on facilities hosting U.S. forces in Bahrain, Kuwait, and Oman, though Washington has not confirmed the extent of any damage. Trump accused Iran of repeatedly breaking agreements and vowed that the United States would… 

FIFA Appoints Ivan Barton to Officiate Blockbuster France vs Spain World Cup Semi-Final

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FIFA has confirmed the officiating team for the highly anticipated 2026 FIFA World Cup semi-final between France and Spain, with experienced Salvadoran referee Ivan Barton selected to take charge of the clash. The world football governing body announced the appointment on Monday through its official X account, stating that the officials for Match 101 have been confirmed. Barton will oversee the semi-final at Dallas Stadium on Tuesday, July 14, with kick-off set for 3:00 p.m. EDT. He will be assisted by fellow Salvadoran David Moran and Argentina’s Antonio Pupiro, while Sweden’s Glenn Nyberg will serve as the fourth official and Mahbod Beigi as reserve assistant referee. The appointment puts Barton in charge of one of the tournament’s biggest matches as two European heavyweights battle for a place in the World Cup final. France, led by captain Kylian Mbappé, are chasing a third straight World Cup final after winning the title in 2018 and finishing runners-up in 2022. Spain, inspired by teenage sensation Lamine Yamal, have been among the standout teams of the tournament. La Roja are aiming to return to the World Cup final for…