UK's next PM, Iran sanctions waiver, Serena and Messi
6/23/202612 min
Andy Burnham is on his way to becoming the UK’s next prime minister. The U.S. lifts sanctions on Iran for 60 days, but the waiver comes with a threat from President Donald Trump. Serena Williams will make a stunning return to singles at Wimbledon after landing the final wildcard. And Lionel Messi is the all-time leading scorer in World Cup history.
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First 90 secondsTara Oakes· Host0:00
Hi, I'm Tara Oakes in Liverpool. It's Tuesday, June 23rd. Today, from sidelines to front runner, Andy Burnham is on course to be the UK's next prime minister. The US waives sanctions for Iran for 60 days, but the waiver comes with a threat. Washington's reflecting pool will be drained again. And Messi sets a World Cup scoring record and sends Argentina to the knockout stage. This is Reuters World News, bringing you everything you need to know from the front lines in 10 minutes, seven days a week.
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