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Morning Briefing: July 19, 2026

Anadolu’s recap of top stories from around the globe19 July 2026

Digital campaign debunks Israel’s narrative about Gaza ceasefire

‘What kind of ceasefire is this when children are still being killed, homes are being bombed, tents are being targeted, and families are grieving every day?’ says Civil Defense spokesperson19 July 2026

Iran says MoU suspended after 'US violated its commitments'

'We are busy defending the country,' says Iran's deputy foreign minister18 July 2026

Former Spain World Cup winner denied US entry over decade-old Iran match

Joan Capdevila says ESTA authorization rejected ahead of Spain-Argentina World Cup final over participation in exhibition game in Tehran in 201618 July 2026

Iran says 50 killed in US strikes since June 27

Over 500 wounded in attacks, says Iranian Health Ministry18 July 2026

Lebanese president to meet Trump on July 21 to discuss talks with Israel

Aoun's visit to Washington to focus on US-backed Lebanon-Israel direct talks, implementation of framework deal, Lebanese official tells Anadolu18 July 2026

US advises citizens not to travel to Lebanon, northern Israel

US embassies in Beirut, Jerusalem call on Americans to 'reconsider travel' due to 'high tensions' in Middle East18 July 2026

EXPLAINER – How much money is at stake in the 2026 World Cup final?

FIFA has allocated a record financial package for the expanded tournament, with the champions set to receive $50M and the runners-up $33M 18 July 2026

Kuwait says Iranian strikes hit key oil facility

Attacks resulted in 'significant material damage and some injuries,' says Kuwait Petroleum Corporation 18 July 2026

Jordan downs 4 drones over past 24 hours

Army says no casualties or material damage reported in Iranian attacks amid US-Iran military escalation in Middle East18 July 2026

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