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The broadcast leads with England's 2-1 semi-final defeat to Argentina in the World Cup, ending their hopes of a first title since 1966. Argentina will face Spain in the final, while England prepares for a third-place play-off. The report includes reaction from fans, players, and manager Thomas Tuchel, as well as analysis of England's tactical approach and a potential FIFA disciplinary issue over an Argentina banner referencing the Falkland Islands.

Other news includes the US launching further strikes on Iran near the Strait of Hormuz, with Iran responding by targeting US facilities in Jordan, Kuwait, and Bahrain. The UK's media regulator Ofcom has opened an investigation into whether TikTok adequately protects children from harmful content. A new species of monkey with distinctive pinkish-orange lips has been discovered in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The UK economy showed slight growth in May, driven by the services sector. British steel has been taken into public ownership. Actor Sam Neill's death from pneumonia was confirmed. Kyiv endured another night of Russian air attacks, and Ukraine's defence minister was dismissed, prompting political criticism. Prime Minister Keir Starmer is visiting Kyiv in one of his final acts in office.

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