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Iranian officials frame the emerging memorandum of understanding with the US as a victory, but hard-line voices in parliament and state-aligned media are mounting a rearguard rejection, arguing the deal fails to guarantee sanctions relief and control of the Strait of Hormuz. The debate highlights deep divisions within Iran over the terms of the proposed agreement.
As the US and Iran move toward a Memorandum of Understanding, a former national security adviser to Benjamin Netanyahu warns the deal may be worse than the 2015 nuclear accord. Critics say the agreement addresses only immediate concerns—like reopening the Strait of Hormuz—while leaving Iran's nuclear program and ballistic missiles unaddressed.
Thousands of protesters are expected to rally in Geneva on Sunday ahead of the G7 summit in Evian, France, with authorities deploying heavy security and businesses boarding up storefronts. The 'No-G7' coalition, comprising over 60 groups, aims to denounce 'fascism and imperialism' and express frustration with global leaders' policies. The summit, running from June 15-17, will tackle issues including the war in Iran and economic imbalances.
US President Donald Trump and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian signed a memorandum of understanding aimed at ending the war, with Iran agreeing to dilute enriched uranium in exchange for economic relief. Protests in Iran and conflicting statements over the signing date highlight ongoing tensions.
President Donald Trump celebrated his 80th birthday with an unprecedented UFC event on the White House South Lawn, coinciding with an announcement of an initial agreement to end the war with Iran. Reports indicate over 4,000 spectators attended the event, which critics have derided as being in poor taste during wartime.
US President Donald Trump is set to meet Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi separately during the G7 summit in Evian, France, according to senior US administration officials. The meeting, expected to discuss a bilateral trade pact and regional issues, marks their first interaction since February 2025.
The New York Times reports that the US plans to reduce the number of fighter jets and warships it assigns to NATO operations in Europe, including cutting F-16 and F-15E jets from 150 to 100 and removing all eight aerial refueling tankers. NATO officials say the move reflects a shift toward European responsibility for defense, while some analysts warn it could limit NATO's long-range strike and surveillance capabilities.
US President Donald Trump paused a planned ground operation into Iran to recover enriched uranium, according to CNN. The emerging US-Iran deal reportedly includes dismantling Iran's nuclear program and US collection of the uranium, with Iran escalating efforts to secure its stockpile.
Reuters, citing four sources, reports the UAE has agreed to release billions of dollars to Iran in a tactical shift after weeks of Iranian attacks. The move, involving $10–$20 billion, is linked to broader US-Iran negotiations. The UAE foreign ministry has categorically denied any such transfer.
Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced that a final text of a US-Iran peace deal has been reached, with details including the dismantling of Iran's nuclear program and reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. The signing is expected soon, though Iran's foreign ministry has cautioned against confirming a specific date. Pakistan has played a key mediating role, with its army chief credited for keeping negotiations alive.
The U.S. and Iran have signed a memorandum of understanding to end hostilities, lifting blockades and setting the stage for nuclear talks. The deal, reached after a months-long war that failed to achieve either side's goals, has been met with relief and skepticism, with Israel watching from the sidelines.
President Donald Trump disputed a draft US-Iran agreement published by Iranian media, saying the terms are not what was agreed. NBC News reported that the 14-point text is an outdated May draft and final details are still being worked out.
The resignation of Defence Secretary John Healey over funding disagreements has triggered a wider cabinet dispute, with the Treasury offering £13.5bn against an £18bn gap. New Defence Secretary Dan Jarvis is tasked with finding alternative savings ahead of the NATO summit, while Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces pressure over spending commitments.
Hamburg airport was thrown into chaos on Friday when a man inadvertently entered a restricted security area after triggering an emergency exit, prompting a partial lockdown and significant flight disruptions. While no malicious intent has been established, the incident forced a major evacuation and re-screening of all passengers, with authorities advising travelers to check with their airlines as delays are expected to continue throughout the day.
Despite reports of a signed memorandum and a tentative ceasefire, Tehran insists no final deal has been reached with Washington. Iran's supreme leader has conditionally approved the agreement, while a tanker confrontation in the Strait of Hormuz and U.S. missile strikes underscore ongoing volatility.
US air strikes near the Strait of Hormuz damaged two drinking water reservoirs in southern Iran, leaving an estimated 20,000 residents without safe water amid extreme heat. Iranian officials condemned the strikes as a violation of international law, while US Central Command said it was looking into the reports. Experts have raised the possibility that the destruction could amount to a war crime if the tanks were deliberately targeted.
US President Donald Trump announced a potential peace deal with Iran that could be signed as early as this weekend in Europe, potentially reopening the Strait of Hormuz. The announcement comes after he cancelled planned military strikes on Iran, though Tehran's foreign ministry says nothing has been finalised.
US President Donald Trump cancelled planned strikes on Iran, citing that negotiations had reached the highest levels of Iranian leadership and that final points of a deal were approved by all parties. The announcement came amid reports of Qatari mediation and expectations of a signing in Europe. Regional reactions and details of the proposed agreement continue to emerge.
US President Donald Trump has threatened to strike Iran 'very hard' and take control of the key oil hub of Kharg Island, even as indirect talks between Washington and Tehran have intensified. Iranian officials have warned of a harsh response to any 'reckless' US action, while negotiations mediated by Pakistan and Qatar continue in Switzerland.
The European Central Bank has raised its benchmark deposit rate by 0.25 percentage points to 2.25%, the first increase in nearly three years. The move aims to counter inflation fueled by the Iran war, which has pushed eurozone inflation to 3.2%. Analysts note the risk of weighing on an already weak economy.