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Trump’s mixed messages, World Cup and a charcoal‑powered car

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Trump’s conflicting signals on the Iran conflict raise real questions about who’s shaping U.S. strategy. Security warnings for the 2026 World Cup are piling up as federal support arrives lands months late. Plus, in Cuba one mechanic turns to charcoal to keep his car and his community moving. Listen to the latest On Assignment episode "In Search of Banksy" here or watch on YouTube here Listen to the Morning Bid podcast ⁠⁠here⁠⁠. Sign up for the Reuters Econ World newsletter ⁠⁠here⁠⁠. Listen to the Reuters Econ World podcast ⁠⁠here⁠⁠. Visit the Thomson Reuters Privacy Statement for information on our privacy and data protection practices. You may also visit megaphone.fm/adchoices to opt out of targeted advertising. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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