Ceasefire Status
President Trump declared the ceasefire agreement with Iran is 'over' following fresh exchanges of fire.
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Trump Says Ceasefire With Iran Is 'Over'
President Trump declares the ceasefire agreement with Iran concluded following fresh exchanges of fire, warning of imminent US strikes while leaving the door open for talks.
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US Military Threat
Trump warned that the US would hit Iran 'hard' again, specifically mentioning strikes occurring 'tonight'.
2Diplomatic Opening
Despite the warnings, Trump added that talks with Iran could continue if they want.
2Ukraine Support
Speaking with President Zelensky at the NATO summit in Ankara, Trump promised to license the manufacture of vital Patriot air defence missiles to Ukraine.
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Why did Trump declare the ceasefire over?
He cited fresh exchanges of fire and described Iran's leadership as 'scum' and 'cuckoo'.
1What specific military action did Trump warn of?
He warned the US would hit Iran 'hard' again, specifically mentioning strikes 'tonight'.
2What support was promised to Ukraine?
Trump promised to license the manufacture of vital Patriot air defence missiles to Ukraine.
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This guide is based on the Global News Podcast episode published on July 8, 2026.
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President Trump says the ceasefire agreement with Iran is "over", blasting the country's leadership as "scum" and "cuckoo" after fresh exchanges of fire.
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Mr Trump has warned the US will hit Iran 'hard' again tonight, but added that talks could continue if they want.
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Speaking with President Zelensky on the sidelines of the NATO summit in Ankara, he also promised to license the manufacture of vital Patriot air defence missiles to Ukraine.
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Also: French MPs have approved a bill that would automatically presume police officers acted lawfully in shootings; The United Nations is warning of an impending catastrophe in the Sudanese city of El-Obeid which is home to half a million people; The opening ceremony takes place in Paris for the Esports World Cup; And our culture editor speaks to Christopher Nolan, Tom Holland and Anne Hathaway about The Odyssey, a retelling of Homer's epic story.
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