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NPR News: 07-06-2026 9AM EDT

Jul 6, 2026 · 4m

Summary

Israel’s Prime Minister Netanyahu seeks a meeting with President Trump to address concerns over the U.S.-Iran ceasefire deal, which expires soon. Meanwhile, the U.S. men’s soccer team prepares for their World Cup match against Belgium after a controversial FIFA ruling allowed striker Filaran Balogin to play. Other stories include the court hearing for Charlie Kirk’s alleged killer, Trump launching a new federal investment program, and the box office success of the faith-based film Young Washington.

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Netanyahu seeks Trump meeting amid US-Iran deal concerns US striker Balogin eligible for World Cup after FIFA ruling Charlie Kirk shooting suspect faces death penalty hearing Trump rings opening bell for new federal investment program Young Washington biopic succeeds in heartland theaters Flash flood warnings and European soccer criticism of FIFA Sign off and Capital One commercial advertisement
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