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World news highlights for June 22th

A summary of world news on June 22nd, updating notable international events including the US-Iran conflict, Ukraine, Qatar, and Poland-Germany.

Guinness World Record-holding goalkeeper makes incredible save as Iran draws 0-0 with Belgium.

Iran held Belgium to a 0-0 draw thanks to an outstanding performance from goalkeeper Alireza Beiranvand.

Iran confirms it held talks with the US in Switzerland.

Iranian media confirmed on the afternoon of June 21 that negotiations between Iran and the United States had officially begun in Switzerland with the assistance of international mediators.

Live football match Belgium 0-0 Iran Group G World Cup 2026: Lukaku leaves the field.

Live coverage of the Belgium vs Iran football match (2 AM on June 22nd): VTC News will update the developments and score of the Belgium vs Iran match in Group G of the 2026 World Cup.

Iran sets conditions for implementing a new peace agreement with the US.

The Deputy Head of Communications for the Iranian President's Office stated that a US-Iran peace agreement cannot be implemented unless the conflict in Lebanon ends.

Analysis and prediction of the Belgium vs Iran match result: Lukaku needs to make a difference.

Belgium vs Iran preview, Group G World Cup 2026 (2 AM, June 22nd): Analysis of form, squad strength, expected lineup, and predicted score for the Belgium vs Iran match.

Iranian President reveals more details about preliminary agreement with the US.

The Iranian president said that approximately $6 billion of the country's assets frozen in Qatar will be returned under the terms of a preliminary agreement between Tehran and Washington.

Supercomputer predicts odds of winning for Belgium vs Iran, Group G, 2026 World Cup.

According to supercomputer predictions, the Belgian team has a very good chance of winning their first match at the 2026 World Cup when they face Iran in the second game.

Iran sets a 'red line' regarding the Strait of Hormuz in any peace agreement.

A senior adviser to Mojtaba Khamenei warned that any agreement aimed at ending the conflict must ensure Iran maintains its advantage in the Strait of Hormuz and the region.

Israel and Hezbollah reached a ceasefire agreement starting June 19th with support from Iran.

Israel and Hezbollah have reached a ceasefire agreement that is expected to take effect at 4 p.m. (local time) on June 19, a senior U.S. official told Reuters.

Trump: The deal with Iran is a 'victory' for America.

US President Donald Trump hailed the agreement to end the conflict with Iran as a "victory" for the US, saying it helped lower oil prices and reversed the stock market downturn.

US and Iran confirm lifting of blockade; Supreme Leader Khamenei approves agreement.

US forces in the region confirmed last night the lifting of all blockades on Iranian ports and waters.

Three Saudi Arabian oil tankers carrying 6 million barrels crossed the Strait of Hormuz.

The ships are transiting Hormuz amid the US officially lifting its maritime blockade of Iran and the ceasefire agreement between Washington and Tehran entering its implementation phase.

World news highlights for June 18th

A summary of world news on June 18th, updating notable international events on US-Iran relations, China-Myanmar relations, the CAPINT tank, Russia, and ASEAN.

Iran: The Strait of Hormuz will not return to its previous state; fees will be charged to ships after 60 days.

Iran's chief negotiator affirmed that Tehran will begin charging fees to ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz after the 60-day period stipulated in the memorandum of understanding ends.

Details of the historic US-Iran agreement: Who controls the Strait of Hormuz?

Details of the US-Iran agreement have just been revealed in a 12-point plan, including a roadmap for US troop withdrawal, a $300 billion fund, and the opening of the Strait of Hormuz.

Iran exports its first crude oil shipment in two months.

According to maritime data company TankerTrackersIran, Iran has officially exported its first shipments of crude oil two months after the US port blockade was imposed.

Iranian player's visa expired, nearly preventing him from returning to the US to play in the 2026 World Cup.

Midfielder Mehdi Torabi's visa expired right after the match against New Zealand, nearly preventing him from returning to the US to play the remaining two matches of the 2026 World Cup.

US-Iran tensions ease, oil prices fall below $80.

Oil prices fell below $80 a barrel due to optimism about the imminent reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, which helped ease inflationary pressures on the global economy.

The Iranian team was forced to leave the US immediately after the match, and were not allowed to stay overnight.

The Iranian team was unexpectedly ordered to leave the US immediately after their draw against New Zealand, even though they had previously been allowed to stay overnight in accordance with FIFA procedures.

Iran 2-2 New Zealand: Dramatic draw, both top the group.

On the morning of June 16th, the Iranian national team drew 2-2 with New Zealand in a Group G match of the 2026 World Cup at the Los Angeles Stadium (California, USA).

World news highlights for June 16th

A summary of world news on June 16th, updating notable international events including the US-Iran agreement, the Strait of Hormuz, the B-52 plane crash, Russia, and China.

World Cup 2026 today, June 16th: Buyako Saka takes a risk, FIFA investigates referee.

World Cup 2026 news today, June 16th: Bukayo Saka says he's ready to play for England despite injury, while FIFA launches an internal investigation into VAR referees after suspicious behavior.

Live football match Iran 2-2 New Zealand: An exciting attacking game.

Live coverage of the Iran vs New Zealand football match at 8:6 AM on June 16th: VTC News will update the developments and score of the Iran vs New Zealand match in Group G of the 2026 World Cup.

Vietnam calls on all parties to promptly sign and fully implement the US-Iran peace agreement.

Vietnam welcomes the announcement by the US and Iran that they have reached a peace agreement, and calls on both sides to promptly sign and fully implement the agreement.

List of VTV channels broadcasting Iran vs New Zealand live, Group G World Cup 2026

Get the full schedule and VTV channel information for the Iran vs New Zealand football match at the 2026 World Cup, taking place at 8 AM on June 16th.

Iranian media reports: The US was 'forced' to sign the peace agreement.

Reuters, citing Iranian state media, reported that the US was "forced" to sign a peace agreement with Iran shortly after President Trump's announcement.

World leaders react to good news from the US and Iran.

World leaders welcomed the agreement reached between the US and Iran to end the conflict and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, which is expected to take effect from June 19.