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Monday, June 29, 2026 · Southaven
Agencies Complete First Drone Delivery of Human Kidney Beyond Visual Range
Researchers from three organizations successfully transported a human kidney by drone beyond visual line of sight in a study completed in Hampton, Virginia. The demonstration marks the first time an organ has traveled this way.
Trump Says Iran Peace Deal to Be Signed Sunday; Iran Questions Timeline
Former President Donald Trump announced Sunday as the target date for signing a peace agreement to end the war with Iran, though Iranian officials dispute the timing. Pakistan's prime minister, serving as a key mediator, said Saturday the deal was closer to completion than before.
Monday, June 29, 2026
Vance Says Nuclear Inspectors Will Return to Iran Under Deal Terms
Vice President JD Vance told NBC News that nuclear inspectors will resume operations in Iran as part of an agreement aimed at ending the conflict. The full text of the U.S.-Iran memorandum of understanding will be made public Friday.
Monday, June 29, 2026
Political analysts assess Iran deal's role in midterm calculations
Political analysts Amy Walter and Jasmine Wright discussed how President Trump's Iran deal and Vice President Vance's promotion of it could influence midterm elections, while California Gov. Gavin Newsom announced he is under investigation by the Justice Department.
Monday, June 29, 2026
U.S. and Iran Sign Memorandum Toward Extended Ceasefire
The United States and Iran electronically signed a memorandum aimed at extending their ceasefire and ending the war between the countries. President Trump discussed the agreement Monday at the G7 summit in France, though officials have flagged unresolved issues ahead of an official signing later in the week.
Monday, June 29, 2026