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Iran's deputy foreign minister says Tehran is ready to continue diplomacy with Washington if the US ensures Israel abides by the ceasefire agreement in Lebanon. Despite a reported ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah, deadly Israeli attacks have continued, casting doubt on the deal's viability.
After 24 hours of intense violence, Israel and Hezbollah have agreed to a ceasefire, a US official said. The truce came as the US and Iran postponed talks in Switzerland, and as the US lifted a blockade of Iranian ports, according to The Guardian. The agreement aims to preserve the recent US-Iran memorandum of understanding, which had been threatened by the renewed fighting.
Tuan Phan, a Vietnamese national deported to South Sudan by the Trump administration, was repatriated to Vietnam after more than a year in detention. The case highlights the controversial third-country deportation programme, with at least seven African nations agreeing to accept deportees who are not their citizens.
Former President Barack Obama said the US is 'worse off' after 15 weeks of war with Iran, criticizing the Trump administration's decision to withdraw from the 2015 nuclear pact. His remarks came as a ceasefire holds and critics warn the new deal is 'too generous' to Tehran. The agreement faces scrutiny from both sides of the political spectrum.
South Korea's finance minister said the U.S.-Iran memorandum of understanding to end their conflict presents both opportunities and challenges, with the government planning post-conflict economic policies. The deal follows a 106-day conflict that disrupted global supply chains, and analysts warn of lingering risks including inflation and energy insecurity.
US Vice President JD Vance rebuked Israeli government members for criticizing President Trump's interim deal with Iran, warning that Trump is Israel's only remaining ally. The comments deepened a rift between the allies over the agreement, with Israeli ministers voicing opposition while Prime Minister Netanyahu remained publicly cautious.
Diaspora Affairs Minister Amichai Chikli said that withdrawing IDF forces beyond the yellow line in Lebanon would amount to a failure, warning Iran against attack and criticizing the Trump administration's negotiations with Tehran. The remarks come amid ongoing tensions over the US-Iran interim deal and its impact on northern Israel.
Cuba’s Communist Party has approved a broad package of free-market measures aimed at reviving the island’s economy amid a severe crisis. The reforms would open more sectors to private investment, attract foreign capital, and allow private banks and real estate development.
US Vice President JD Vance defended the US-Iran memorandum of understanding, criticizing Israeli officials who oppose the agreement and urging them to recognize American support. The deal includes sanctions relief, a $300 billion reconstruction fund, and reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, but critics question its provisions. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu responded, asserting Israel has other allies.
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced a review of US military presence in Europe at a NATO meeting in Brussels on Thursday, criticizing allies for insufficient defense spending and lack of support during the Iran conflict. Hegseth also indicated that US dues to NATO would become conditional on allies meeting spending targets. The review has raised questions about the future of the US commitment to European defense, with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte downplaying concerns.
Taiwan’s President Lai Ching-te has reiterated his call for the United States to approve a $14bn arms sale package, while defending Taiwan’s refusal to accept unification with China as not being a provocation. The request comes amid reports of a pause in the deal, delayed legislative approval of defence budgets, and ongoing Chinese military pressure in the Western Pacific.
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.
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.
A leaked 14-point framework agreement between the US and Iran outlines sanctions relief and economic development, including a reported $300 billion financing plan. While Washington and Tehran pledge mutual respect and nuclear non-proliferation, analysts warn that released funds could boost Iran's missile and drone programs. The memorandum is expected to be signed in Geneva on June 19.
Brazil's Supreme Court has convicted Eduardo Bolsonaro, son of former President Jair Bolsonaro, for lobbying the US government to interfere in his father's coup trial. He was sentenced to four years and two months in prison and barred from public office for eight years.
The US military has conducted another strike on a boat accused of smuggling drugs in the eastern Pacific Ocean, killing at least two people. The attack is part of a months-long campaign that has killed more than 200 people, drawing criticism over its legality and effectiveness.
Residents in Israel, particularly in Trump Heights near the Lebanese border, expressed disappointment and distrust over the US-Iran agreement to end the Middle East war. While some give President Trump the benefit of the doubt, many Israelis see the deal as a strategic failure that leaves Israel more vulnerable, with concerns about Iran's reliability and the potential restrictions on Israel's ability to counter Hezbollah.
The Trump administration is using justice department lawsuits, FBI investigations, and an executive order to limit voting by mail, according to election experts and former officials. The FBI has raided the office of a voting rights group in Ohio, prompting concerns of a crackdown ahead of the midterms.
US President Donald Trump announced that ships are starting to move through the Strait of Hormuz following a preliminary US-Iran deal, but ship-tracking data shows only a handful of vessels have transited, with hundreds still waiting. The reopening faces security concerns such as mines and tolls, while shipping operators and seafarers' advocates remain cautious.
Reports indicate the US and Iran have agreed on a memorandum of understanding, an interim measure that extends the ceasefire for 60 days and includes a two-step peace process. Analysts describe the agreement as an outline for negotiations rather than a comprehensive settlement, with challenges ahead including the nuclear file and regional tensions.