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Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reiterated that Israeli forces will remain in southern Lebanon's security zone until Hezbollah disarms, amid a US-brokered framework agreement and internal Israeli debate over the ceasefire. Netanyahu also pledged to prevent Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons, citing recent operations against the Iranian axis.
Analysts and officials assess the recently signed US-Iran agreement, with many viewing it as a strategic gain for Tehran and a setback for Washington and Israel. The deal allows Iran to sell oil and fuel, and perceptions of its implications vary across sources.
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced a six-month review of US military presence in Europe, criticizing NATO allies for insufficient defense spending and for restricting US forces during the Iran war. He warned that US contributions to NATO's budget would be reduced if allies fail to meet spending targets, while NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte noted European allies have already increased spending significantly.
The US and Iran have agreed to an interim ceasefire framework brokered with Pakistan's help, creating a 60-day window for negotiations. Analysts say the deal has shifted West Asian security dynamics and opened strategic opportunities — and risks — for Pakistan, which has earned international praise for its mediating role.
US President Donald Trump signed an agreement with Iran to end the war, reopening the Strait of Hormuz, but faced criticism from former national security adviser John Bolton and other allies. Trump called his critics 'fools' on social media.
At the Russia-ASEAN summit in Kazan, President Vladimir Putin emphasized the partnership's stabilizing role in the Asia-Pacific, marking 35 years of ties. Southeast Asian leaders, including Malaysia's PM Anwar Ibrahim, met Putin despite geopolitical pressures, focusing on energy security. Multiple documents were expected, including the Kazan Declaration.
Russia's Foreign Ministry has welcomed the agreement between the US and Iran to end their military conflict, as reported by TASS. The agreement, mediated by Pakistan and Qatar, includes a ceasefire and an end to the US maritime blockade, with a signing ceremony expected in Switzerland.
US and Iranian delegations have arrived in Switzerland for talks on implementing a memorandum of understanding, with Qatar and Pakistan mediating, according to multiple reports. The discussions, held in Burgenstock, cover nuclear deal elements and a ceasefire in Lebanon, with technical consultations expected to continue after high-level talks conclude.
Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced that a US-Iran memorandum of understanding has been signed electronically, with immediate effect, including the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and lifting of the naval blockade. The deal marks a diplomatic resolution to the conflict that began in February.
President Donald Trump's memorandum of understanding with Iran to end the 110-day conflict has drawn sharp criticism from some Republicans and Democrats, who argue the deal makes significant concessions without addressing Iran's nuclear or missile programmes. The Trump administration released the 14-point text, which includes reopening the Strait of Hormuz and $300 billion in reconstruction funds, while lawmakers invoke the Iran Nuclear Agreement Review Act to demand congressional review.
President Donald Trump has signed a 14-point agreement with Iran to extend the ceasefire for another 60 days, reopening the Strait of Hormuz and lifting sanctions in exchange for Iran's commitment not to seek nuclear weapons. The deal, signed at the Palace of Versailles, includes a $300 billion reconstruction fund but leaves detailed nuclear negotiations to a 60-day period. Reports differ on the signing location and analysts warn the framework leaves key issues unresolved.
US President Donald Trump and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian have signed a memorandum of understanding aimed at ending the war between the two countries, with the signing occurring during a G7 dinner at Versailles. The agreement, which includes provisions for Iran to dilute its enriched uranium in exchange for economic relief, has been confirmed by both governments, and full implementation remains pending.
US President Donald Trump has criticized Israel's military operations against Hezbollah in Lebanon and suggested that Syria under President Ahmed al-Sharaa could take on the group more effectively. Syrian officials have denied any intent for military intervention while expressing openness to talks, as Israeli and regional figures voice concerns over the proposal.
A senior US official has read out the text of a 14-point memorandum of understanding between the US and Iran, outlining an immediate end to military operations, the lifting of the naval blockade in the Strait of Hormuz, and the start of 60-day negotiations on a final deal. The agreement, set to be signed in Switzerland, also includes commitments on nuclear non-proliferation and a $300 billion reconstruction plan.
The US and Iran have signed a memorandum of understanding to end their 15-week war, reopening the Strait of Hormuz and initiating 60 days of technical talks. While President Trump hailed it as a major win, analysts and critics note that the agreement leaves many contentious issues unresolved, including Iran's nuclear program and ballistic missiles.
Hezbollah's leader Naim Qassem described the US-Iran memorandum of understanding as a 'great victory,' while Christian parties and other Lebanese figures push for the group's disarmament and an end to Iranian influence, highlighting deep political divisions in Lebanon.
Nearly three years after Hamas's October 7 attack, assessments of Israel's strategic position diverge sharply. One analysis highlights military gains across multiple fronts, while another underscores unresolved conflicts, international isolation, and a complicated relationship with the US.
US President Donald Trump has suggested he might delay his departure from Europe to take part in the signing of a memorandum of understanding with Iran, while also joking about assigning credit or blame to Vice President JD Vance. The deal, which has already been electronically signed, is set for a formal ceremony in Switzerland, with negotiations expected to begin on a 60-day path toward a final agreement.
As the US and Iran move toward signing an agreement to end their months-long war, hardline factions in Iran are staging protests and voicing criticism against the deal and its negotiators, reflecting internal tensions over the terms.
At the G7 summit in Evian, leaders from the world's major democracies agreed to strengthen Ukraine's air defences and increase sanctions pressure on Russia's oil and gas sector. The summit also saw US President Donald Trump sign a memorandum of understanding aimed at ending the conflict with Iran, a move that leaders said could facilitate tougher measures against Moscow. However, Brazilian President Lula da Silva suggested that Western leaders are growing weary of the conflict and are seeking a resolution.