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Trump Declares U.S.-Iran Ceasefire Over; Maine Senate Race and IOC Decisions Make Headlines

Former President Trump announces the end of the ceasefire with Iran, while political and sports developments unfold in the U.S. and internationally.

Jul 8, 2026, 8:57 AM NPR News

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Former President Donald Trump has stated that the ceasefire between the United States and Iran is over. Meanwhile, political pressure is increasing for Graham Platner to withdraw from the Maine Senate race. In international sports news, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) has opened the door for Russian athletes to compete in the 2028 Olympic Games.

These developments were reported in the morning news briefing by NPR News on July 8, 2026.

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