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.
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.
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.
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.
Iran's Baghaei says text of Memorandum of Understanding has officially been signed by Iran and US The text of the agreement between the United States and Iran has been officially signed by the presidents of both sides, Iran state media reported early on Thursday, citing foreign ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei.
Tehran says considering plan for Iran, US presidents to sign deal Tehran's foreign ministry on Wednesday said it was considering a plan for the presidents of the US and Iran to sign the deal ending the war, ahead of an expected ceremony in Switzerland. "So far, our plans for the Geneva meeting have not changed," ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei said. "Regarding the signing of the memorandum of understanding, one idea is that it be done by the presidents of the two countries, which is currently under review.
Trump justifies Iran deal as a way to prevent 'economic catastrophe' President Donald Trump on Wednesday threatened to “bomb the hell” out of Iran if it does not abide by a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the US , adding he was concerned the war could spark an “economic catastrophe” dooming his presidency. "The one president I did not want to be was the late, great, Herbert Hoover,” Trump said, noting that the stock market rose when he said he was considering ending the war and went down “very big” when he mulled continuing the conflict. "The stock market is more brilliant than anybody there is, including the people on this stage, other than me, of course,” Trump said, flanked by senior US officials including Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent.
Trump justifies Iran deal as a way to prevent 'economic catastrophe' Submitted by Sean Mathews on Wed, 06/17/2026 - 19:26 US president suggests Iran will need to keep its ballistic missiles to match its neighbour's arsenals and says US will have to return frozen funds sooner or later US President Donald Trump gestures as he boards Air Force One at Geneva Airport after attending the G7 Summit in France, on 17 June 2026 (Martial Trezzini/Pool/AFP) Off President Donald Trump on Wednesday threatened to “bomb the hell” out of Iran if it does not abide by a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the US , adding he was concerned the war could spark an “economic catastrophe” dooming his presidency. "The one president I did not want to be was the late, great, Herbert Hoover,” Trump said, noting that the stock market rose when he said he was considering ending the war and went down “very big” when he mulled continuing the conflict. "The stock market is more brilliant than anybody there is, including the people on this stage, other than me, of course,” Trump said, flanked by senior US officials including Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent.
Hezbollah chief hails Iran's 'great victory' after deal with US Hezbollah chief Naim Qassem on Wednesday hailed an understanding reached between Tehran and Washington as a "great victory", calling it a "pivotal point" for Lebanon. Although the US-Iran deal has not been officially released, American and Iranian officials, as well as mediator Pakistan, have said it includes Lebanon. "We congratulate the Iranian people, the resistance and the countries and peoples of the region and the world who yearn for independence and freedom on this great victory," Qassem said in a televised address.
Trump says Netanyahu could use 'softer touch' in Lebanon US President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu could use a "softer touch" in Lebanon, in comments made at the close of a G7 Summit in France. "Netanyahu happens to be a good man, gets a little excited sometimes," Trump told reporters on Wednesday. "We have a little dispute over Lebanon.
