Trump’s War Has Turned Iran Into a Symbol of Defiance
Iran’s defiance in the face of Western aggression has become a rallying cry.
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Vance says details of US-Iran agreement still to be worked out amid scepticism from Republicans
Senate Republicans say there are many unanswered questions about the deal and question inclusion of funds for Iran The US vice-president, JD Vance, has said a number of issues still need to be figured out with Iran, as many Republicans expressed scepticism of the agreement reached this week by Donald Trump, and pressed the White House to release more information about it. The memorandum of understanding (MOU) announced Sunday to end the war in Iran, set for a ceremonial signing on Friday in Geneva, is centred around reopening the strait of Hormuz and lifting the United States’ naval blockade in the region, along with financial incentives for Iran if it meets certain benchmarks. Continue reading...
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Hezbollah calls for unity as region reacts to US-Iran agreement
Hezbollah calls for unity as region reacts to US-Iran agreement Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam expressed hope that the US-Iranian agreement would help bring an end to the war, pledging to intensify efforts in negotiations with Washington to secure Israel's withdrawal from Lebanese territory and the release of prisoners. Hezbollah, meanwhile, said Lebanon should make better use of the regional and international support available to achieve full sovereignty through internal unity. The Lebanese army urged residents to postpone their return to villages and towns along the southern border and to follow military instructions to ensure their safety amid the risk of Israeli violations.
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WSJ calls Iran agreement a 'strategic retreat' by Trump
WSJ calls Iran agreement a 'strategic retreat' by Trump The Wall Street Journal said that the agreement reached by US President Donald Trump with Iran does not amount to a complete strategic victory. Instead, the newspaper said it reflects a retreat from Washington’s original objectives at the outset of the conflict, noting that the US accepted the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz in exchange for Iranian pledges to resume negotiations over its nuclear programme. In a special editorial, the newspaper’s editorial board said President Trump began to pull back as domestic political pressure intensified and the risks associated with continued military operations grew.
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US vice president launches media push to sell Iran agreement
US vice president launches media push to sell Iran agreement US Vice President JD Vance has launched a series of television appearances to promote and defend the agreement between Washington and Tehran amid mounting criticism and calls for greater transparency. In interviews with US media, Vance argued that the agreement would prevent Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon while emphasising that key benefits for Tehran would depend on future compliance. Vance said the agreement had already been digitally signed, denied reports that Iran would immediately receive “billions of dollars of assets”, and insisted the United States retained leverage in future negotiations.
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Trump may release US-Iran deal before Friday, Vance says
The US vice-president says the agreement is "about a page and a half" and "very general", meaning many details will be worked out later.
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Iran ‘agreed to never have a nuclear weapon’, says Trump – as it happened
This blog is now closed – see our full report on the US-Iran agreement and an analysis of what it means The agreement between the United States and Iran should allow for the “immediate reopening” of the Strait of Hormuz, EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said on Monday. “The priority now is its swift and full implementation by all parties,” von der Leyen said about the announced deal. Continue reading...
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Trump May Release US-Iran Agreement Before Signing, Vance Says
Newest first Newest first Oldest first 07:43 Trump May Release US-Iran Agreement Before Signing, Vance Says US Vice President JD Vance says President Donald Trump may decide to release a preliminary deal to end the war with Iran before June 19, after Trump stated that the agreement had been digitally signed.
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Iranian Foreign Minister: New Round Of Talks To Begin On June 19
New posts 11:30 Iranian Foreign Minister: New Round Of Talks To Begin On June 19 Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi has said that, as of the morning of June 15, the war has officially ended on all fronts and that a new round of talks between Iran and the United States will begin in Switzerland on June 19.
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Signing Of Iran-US Agreement To Take Place At Swiss Mountain Resort
New posts 17:27 Signing Of Iran-US Agreement To Take Place At Swiss Mountain Resort Switzerland announced on June 16 that the signing ceremony for an interim agreement between the United States and Iran aimed at ending the war in the Middle East will be held at the Burgenstock mountain resort in central Switzerland.
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'Willing to transform relationship if Iranians change their ways': US VP JD Vance
Washington DC [US], June 16 (ANI): US Vice President JD Vance on Tuesday outlined the framework of Washington's emerging agreement with Tehran, asserting that the deal would ensure Iran never acquires a nuclear weapon while opening the door to a potential transformation in relations if the country demonstrates verifiable changes in its conduct.
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Iranian-American lawmaker backs scrutiny of Iran agreement
Iranian-American lawmaker backs scrutiny of Iran agreement US Representative Yassamin Ansari cautiously welcomed the agreement between Washington and Tehran, describing an end to the conflict as a positive development while calling for congressional scrutiny of any final accord. In a post on X, Ansari said, “An end to the war is a positive step,” but noted that lawmakers have yet to see the details of what has been agreed. “Congress must have extensive review of any final agreement signed with the Islamic Republic,” she said.
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Trump denies reports of US payments to Iran as ‘fake news’
Trump denies reports of US payments to Iran as ‘fake news’ US President Donald Trump has dismissed reports that Washington agreed to make payments to Iran as part of the newly announced memorandum of understanding. In a post on Truth Social, Trump wrote: “Iran has agreed to never have a Nuclear Weapon! Also, the story that the US is paying Iran 300 million Dollars is Fake News, put out by the Dumocrats!!!
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US and Iran sign agreement electronically ahead of formal ceremony
US and Iran sign agreement electronically ahead of formal ceremony US President Donald Trump, Vice President JD Vance and Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf have electronically signed the memorandum of understanding between Washington and Tehran, Reuters and AFP reported, quoting US officials. Trump has previously said the agreement had already been signed electronically, while a formal signing ceremony remains scheduled for later this week. “The president wanted to sign it personally because he wanted to show his dedication to bring this through to a successful resolution,” a senior US administration official told AFP.
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"Country's pride": Iranian president Pezeshkian hails MoU with US
Tehran [Iran], June 16 (ANI): Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has described the memorandum of understanding (MoU) between Iran and the United States as the outcome of months of negotiations and sustained diplomatic efforts, saying that its successful implementation could become a source of national pride.
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Vice President JD Vance calls US-Iran accord a ‘win-win’ for Americans
Vice President JD Vance calls US-Iran accord a ‘win-win’ for Americans US Vice President JD Vance has defended the agreement reached with Iran, describing it as a “great peace deal” and a “win-win for the American people” as lawmakers from both parties demand more information about its terms. In a video posted on X, Vance said the agreement would reopen the Strait of Hormuz immediately and “ensures that Iran will never have a nuclear weapon”. Vance said Iran would have a pathway to greater economic integration if it complied with its commitments.
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Israeli minister says Israel not bound by US-Iran agreement
Israeli minister says Israel not bound by US-Iran agreement Israeli science minister Gila Gamliel said Israel does not consider itself bound by the agreement reached between the United States and Iran and will continue military operations. Speaking to Israel’s Channel 7, Gamliel, who is a member of Israel’s political-security cabinet, said: “We are not a party to the agreement, and from our perspective, we will continue until we achieve the goal of disarming Hezbollah. ” Gamliel also signalled that Israel intends to maintain its military presence in parts of southern Lebanon.
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Vance says Hormuz transit will remain toll-free during talks
Vance says Hormuz transit will remain toll-free during talks US Vice President JD Vance said vessels using the Strait of Hormuz will not be charged transit fees during the 60-day period of negotiations envisaged under the agreement between Washington and Tehran. In an interview with NBC News, Vance said: “What the deal says is that for the 60 days that we’re negotiating the final deal, there will be toll-free access in and out of the Strait of Hormuz. ” Vance dismissed reports that Iran intended to impose shipping fees, suggesting they reflected domestic political messaging rather than the terms of the agreement.
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"Iran agrees to never have nuclear weapons," says Trump after signing MoU with Tehran
Washington DC [US], June 16 (ANI): US President Donald Trump on Monday (local time) said that Iran has agreed to 'never possess a nuclear weapon,' while dismissing reports that Washington would provide USD 300 million to Tehran under the newly announced peace agreement as 'fake news.
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Emmanuel and Brigitte Macron welcome world leaders as G7 Summit kicks off in France
Evian-les-Bains [France], June 16 (ANI): French President Emmanuel Macron and First Lady Brigitte Macron kick-started the 52nd G7 Summit on Tuesday as they welcomed the leaders of the Group of Seven (G7) nations in the French spa town of Evian-les-Bains, with global security, economic stability and the newly announced US-Iran peace deal expected to dominate discussions.
