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As the US-Iran peace deal takes shape, American public opinion is split into four distinct camps, with the largest group opposing the war but supporting the peace. Congressional Democrats largely oppose the president's actions, while Republicans are divided. Meanwhile, critics warn that Iran's ideological commitment undermines the deal's long-term viability.
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.
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.
Iran will hold funeral ceremonies for late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei starting July 4 in Tehran, with burial set for July 9 in Mashhad, according to state media. Khamenei was killed in a February US-Israeli strike, and his son Mojtaba has succeeded him, though he has remained out of public view.
Lebanese state media reported Israeli strikes on southern areas as the Israeli army ordered evacuations in Nabatieh and surrounding towns. Hezbollah rejected a US-brokered agreement, calling it a surrender, while the Lebanese army withdrew from a base near advancing Israeli troops.
Pakistan's recent mediation between the US and Iran showcases its growing role in international diplomacy, with analysts highlighting the legal significance. A senior security official also credited Field Marshal Asim Munir and Saudi Arabia's restraint for averting a major regional war, while separately addressing India's alleged treaty violations.
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.
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 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.
A coalition of 22 nations, including the US, UK, Australia, and several European countries, issued a joint statement accusing Iran of plotting attacks against Jews, dissidents, and journalists abroad. The statement condemned the use of criminal gangs and demanded Iran halt these actions immediately.
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.
Gulf Cooperation Council ministers condemned Iranian attacks on Arab countries, warning of threats to regional stability and global energy supplies. The GCC called for UN intervention and reserved the right to self-defense amid escalating US-Iran confrontations.
Iran's military announced the closure of the Strait of Hormuz to all vessels, prompting US denial and a rise in oil prices. The escalation follows new US strikes and stalled negotiations, with no independent confirmation of the closure's effectiveness.
The IAEA's governing board passed a resolution demanding Iran provide complete information on its enriched uranium stocks and grant inspectors access, as the watchdog warns it cannot verify the location or size of the stockpile. Iran rejected the resolution, calling it politically motivated and legally flawed, while the US and Iran exchanged strikes in the latest escalation.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has defended the organisation's handling of visa and ticketing issues surrounding the 2026 World Cup, amid criticism after a Somali referee was denied entry to the US and Iranian officials faced travel restrictions. Infantino stressed FIFA cannot dictate visa rules to governments, while the US defended its security screenings.
Iranian armed forces announced the closure of the Strait of Hormuz following US strikes, but US Central Command says commercial vessels continue to transit. Reports of attacks on ships remain unverified, and oil prices rose slightly.