Russia welcomes US-Iran ceasefire The Russian foreign ministry said on Thursday that it welcomed the ceasefire agreement between the US and Iran. US President Donald Trump and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian signed a memorandum of understanding aimed at ending the war on Iran on Wednesday.
World Cup 2026: Bosnia's diaspora generation unites a nation still healing from war Submitted by Mersiha Gadzo on Wed, 06/17/2026 - 15:40 The children of refugees, diaspora talent and a beloved captain have turned an unlikely World Cup qualification into a source of national pride Bosnia and Herzegovina's starting 11 pose for a team photo ahead of their World Cup Group B football match against Canada at Toronto Stadium in Toronto on 12 June 2026 (Kyodo via Reuters) Off After training with the Bosnian national team on a hot, humid afternoon ahead of their match against Canada, 40-year-old veteran Edin Dzeko strolled over to a metal fence lined with dozens of fans calling out for a photo or autograph. As he made his way along the line of cheering young supporters, his humble, shy smile seemed at odds with his status as a legendary striker and arguably Bosnia and Herzegovina's greatest ever footballer. This year, Bosnia is making its second appearance at the World Cup and, for a small European country still recovering from war and grappling with limited resources, it's a moment of immense significance.
Switzerland says US-Iran talks planned for Friday Initial discussions between the US and Iran are planned at the Buergenstock mountaintop resort in Switzerland on Friday, the Swiss government said on Thursday. "As things stand, the plan is still for the U. S.
Germany deploys ships to Red Sea for possible mission in Hormuz Strait Germany is deploying two ships to the Red Sea to arrange for a possible military mission in the Strait of Hormuz, the country's Defence minister Boris Pistorius said on Thursday. "As we speak, our minesweeper Fulda and the supply ship Mosel are sailing through the Suez Canal towards the Red Sea," he told reporters. Pistorius noted that approval would be needed from Iran and Oman before any participation in a minesweeping operation, with the mission depending on further developments between Tehran and Washington.
How Qatar played its strongest cards to help secure US-Iran deal Submitted by Sansom Milton on Mon, 06/15/2026 - 20:00 Doha successfully resisted pressure from those who wanted to see it abandon mediation and pursue military options against Tehran US President Donald Trump attends a bilateral meeting with the Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani in France, on 16 June, 2026 (Reuters) On With the official signing of a memorandum of understanding between the US and Iran to suspend hostilities across all fronts taking place in France on Wednesday, all eyes are on whether this deal can hold. The agreement does not address all the fundamental issues at play, but rather creates a framework for future negotiations on Iran’s nuclear programme, which could yet derail the diplomatic process. Furthermore, it is an open question as to whether the deal can withstand Israeli efforts to torpedo the prospects for peace by continuing its war of aggression in Lebanon .
Italy's Meloni urges Israel to be 'positive player' for peace in the region Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni on Wednesday urged Israel to be a "positive player" for peace in the Middle East, following a deal between Iran and the US. "Israel's role will of course be crucial. ” Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni on Wednesday urged Israel to be a "positive player" for peace in the Middle East, following a deal between Iran and the US pic.
Morning update Good morning Middle East Eye readers, The text of the Memorandum of Understanding between the US and Iran has been signed digitally by the presidents of the two countries. While an official meeting was expected on Friday, Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei said that talks between Tehran and Washington on Friday in Switzerland are not confirmed yet. Here are some of the other latest developments: Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif says the US-Iran Memorandum of Understanding will "enter into force with immediate effect".
Pakistan’s Sharif deletes post referencing official signing in Switzerland Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif seems to have deleted a post on X announcing the US-Iran Memorandum of Understanding, with a reuploaded version omitting any reference to an upcoming official signing ceremony. "Pakistan with the support of co-mediator State of Qatar will host the official ceremony as scheduled on 19 June 2026 in Switzerland, to commemorate this landmark event and commence with the technical level talks," Sharif said in a previous post. Earlier, Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei said that talks between Tehran and Washington on Friday in Switzerland are not confirmed for now.
US senators threaten to withhold Hegseth’s travel budget over Iran school attack US senators are threatening to withhold 75 percent of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s travel budget amid increasing frustration with the Pentagon's refusal to comply with congressional requests. Lawmakers have sought information on the military’s investigation into the US targeting of girls school in Iran on 28 February - which killed 165 people, the majority of them children. No one has been held account for the killings as of now.
White House Chief of Staff says next 60 days will 'present challenges' White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles says that while the next 60 days will "present challenges", the agreement between the US and Iran was a "great step forward". There have been have so many memorable days and proud accomplishments for the President and his team. The G7 was a huge success and an opportunity to make sure the members and other participates see “America First” in action.
Trump signing US-Iran MoU in Versailles US President Donald Trump signed the Iran Memorandum of Understanding at the Palace of Versailles, just before a dinner hosted by French President Emmanuel Macron. US President Donald Trump signed the Iran memorandum of understanding at the Palace of Versailles on Wednesday, just before a dinner hosted by French President Emmanuel Macron pic. twitter.
Report: Trump tells advisors that Netanyahu wants to 'bomb everyone' US President Donald Trump told his advisors that no one can handle Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, according to The Wall Street Journal citing a source familiar with the comments. The president added that the US president indicated that Netanyahu wants to "bomb everyone". Trump also told the paper that he finds Netanyahu "great", but that "sometimes he gets carried away".
Trump defends peace deal with Iran to avoid "economic catastrophe" US President Donald Trump defenced his decision to reach an agreement to end the war on Iran, indicating he wants to avoid an "economic catastrophe". Referencing former President Herbert Hoover, who was in-office during the 1929 market crash that resulted in the Great Depression, Trump told press that "he was always the one I didn’t want to be". "I didn’t want to see an economic catastrophe," he added.
US used Musk’s Grok AI to deploy 2,000 munitions during war on Iran US forces employed Elon Musk’s Grok AI to strike over 2,000 targets in 96 hours during the joint US-Israel war on Iran, according to a written declaration from the US Department of Defense’s digital and artificial intelligence chief, Cameron Stanley. The details of the department’s use of AI were revealed in the submission to the United States District Court, Northern District of Mississippi, where Musk’s xAI is facing a lawsuit from the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People’s (NAACP), which contends the company is illegally running natural gas turbines. Grok was developed by xAI.
Macron posts video of Trump signing US-Iran MoU French President Emmanuel Macron posted on X a video of US President Donald Trump signing the Memorandum of Understanding with Iran at Versailles. "This agreement paves the way for lasting peace and allows the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz," he said, adding that the agreement will lead to a "decrease in energy prices". Le Président Trump a signé ce soir à Versailles l’accord entre l’Iran et les États-Unis.
Pakistan's Prime Minister says US-Iran MoU will enter into force immediately Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif says the US-Iran Memorandum of Understanding will "enter into force with immediate effect". As a first step, he indicated that Tehran will reopen the Strait of Hormuz, while Washington immediately lifts its naval blockade on the waterway. "Pakistan with the support of co-mediator State of Qatar will host the official ceremony as scheduled on 19 June 2026 in Switzerland, to commemorate this landmark event and commence with the technical level talks," he added.
Trump signs US-Iran memorandum of understanding US President Donald Trump has signed the memorandum of understanding to end the war on Iran, a White House official speaking to Reuters indicated. The official noted that the agreemnet was signed digitally on Sunday by Vice President JD Vance and Iran’s chief negotiator Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf.
Trump says partnership with Netanyahu 'amazing', but 'little dispute' over Lebanon US President Donald Trump has described his relationship with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as an "amazing partnership" despite growing differences over the conflict in the Middle East. "We've had an amazing partnership. He's been an amazing prime minister.
Iran–US talks on Friday in Switzerland are not confirmed for now, Baghaei says Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei said early on Thursday that talks between Iran and the United States on Friday in Switzerland are not confirmed for now. "The Friday meeting was confirmed until a few hours ago, but when it was decided that the presidents of the two sides (Iran and the US) would sign the agreement, it was decided to pause consideration of the Friday meeting for now," Baghaei said.
UN warns Israeli settlers could join blacklist for violations against children UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres warned on Wednesday that Israeli settler groups could be added to a global blacklist for violations against children as he voiced alarm at a "staggering" rise in violations against Palestinian children in the occupied West Bank. The world body's annual report on Children and Armed Conflict recorded 38,558 "grave violations" globally in 2025, affecting 24,174 children, the latter figure a record since CAAC's mandate began in 1996. The data showed 14,224 children killed or maimed, with a 34 percent rise over 2024 in the number killed to 6,266.
