World Cup Visa Clash: Iran’s squad landed in Mexico’s Tijuana as the U.S. visa row left some support staff denied entry, forcing a last-minute base move from Arizona and sparking accusations of “obstructionism.” Mexico World Cup Build-Up: Mexico City is pushing match-day traffic plans, including controlled access around the Azteca and “last mile” shuttle routes, as the opener vs South Africa approaches. South Africa vs Mexico Preview: Hugo Broos urged his players to stick to the game plan and ignore the crowd in Thursday’s opener, while Mexico coach Javier Aguirre framed it as personal revenge after past meetings. Cuba Fuel Crisis: Cuba’s “almendrones” are sitting idle as fuel shortages worsen, with drivers stuck in reservation queues blamed on the U.S. energy blockade. Panama Canal Water Limits: The Panama Canal cut the maximum draft for neopanamax vessels from July 3, reviving drought-throughput fears tied to El Niño risk. Argentina LNG Deal: Adani Ports/APSEZ won a 10-year marine services contract for Argentina’s first LNG export project to India, backed by a $70m investment. Peru Runoff Tightens: Peru’s presidential runoff remains a near dead heat, with quick counts showing Roberto Sanchez slightly ahead of Keiko Fujimori. Crime Link Across Borders: A suspect in a 2024 East Los Angeles freeway road-rage shooting was arrested in Mexico and extradited to the U.S.