(Photo credit: REUTERS/Annabelle Gordon) U. S. Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin celebrated Iran's elimination from the World Cup, saying he did a 'happy dance,' Sports Business Journal reported on Monday.
Iran lawmaker says US role in region has ended Ebrahim Azizi, chairman of the Iranian Parliament's National Security Committee, said the “era of US interference in regional affairs is over” and argued that Washington would gain nothing from a renewed role in the region. “The strategic Strait of Hormuz is an inseparable part of Iran’s national sovereignty, and its management is solely under the control of the Islamic Republic of Iran,” Azizi said. He also rejected calls for the disarmament of Hezbollah, arguing that “Lebanon’s sovereignty will be ensured not by disarming the resistance, but by ending occupation and aggression.
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The foreign ministers of Iran and France talked about the latest regional and international developments, with a focus on the implementation of the Islamabad memorandum of understanding.
TEHRAN (TAsnim) – With civilian casualties rising across southern Lebanon, US Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib demanded that Washington immediately sever its support for Israeli operations.
Iran war has cost average American household $1,000: Moody's economist Citing an estimate by Moody's Analytics chief economist Mark Zandi, CBS reported that the biggest driver of the increase has been gasoline prices, which climbed to a peak of $4. 56 a gallon in May before dropping below $4 earlier this month. Zandi estimates that Americans have spent about $300 more on regular gasoline since the US and Israel started the war on 28 February.
Araghchi discusses memorandum with French foreign minister Iranian foreign minister Abbas Araghchi and his French counterpart, Jean-Noel Barrot, discussed the implementation of the US-Iran memorandum of understanding and broader regional developments during a phone call, according to Iranian state media. The IRIB broadcaster said the two ministers “reviewed and exchanged views on the latest regional and international developments” related to the agreement, which Tehran says is aimed at ending the conflict involving the United States and Israel. The discussion came after Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi criticised comments by French President Emmanuel Macron regarding demining efforts in the Strait of Hormuz.
Hamas denounces international silence after Gaza attack A young Palestinian girl was killed after Israeli warplanes bombed tents sheltering displaced families in Khan Younis in the southern Gaza Strip, according to Hamas. Hazem Qassem, a spokesman for the group, said the child was the latest victim among thousands of Palestinian children killed during the war. “The crimes continue while the world watches and hears everything but does nothing,” Qassem said, condemning what he described as international silence over the conflict.
Oman does not support transit fee on ships in Hormuz, minister says Oman's foreign minister Badr bin Hamad Albusaidi has said Muscat “does not support imposing transit fees” on ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz, while leaving the door open to charges for optional maritime services. In remarks to French radio station Monte Carlo Doualiya, which have been posted on X by his ministry, Albusaidi said fees for "maritime, environmental and navigational services" could be discussed voluntarily with beneficiary countries and shipping companies. Albusaidi said such services could include improving navigational safety, protecting waters from pollution and strengthening preparedness for accidents or emergencies.
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – A single day of Israeli violence exposed the deepening fractures in the Gaza ceasefire, with five Palestinians killed in Israeli attacks and a key far-right minister publicly agitating for new settlements.
Turkiye, Arab nations condemn Israeli incursions into Syria Turkiye and several Arab nations and organisations have condemned Israel's latest incursions and attacks in Syria's southern provinces of Quneitra and Deraa. Türkiye said the Israeli actions violated Syria's "territorial integrity, unity and sovereignty", harmed civilians and made conditions in the region increasingly difficult. Saudi Arabia expressed its "total rejection" of what it described as the intimidation of civilians by Israeli forces and condemned violations of international law.
New posts 13:50 French Lawmakers Sponsor Death-Row Prisoners As Iran Ramps Up Executions Demonstrators hold signs as they gather during a rally in Washington, DC on May 16 to condemn the execution of political prisoners in Iran.
New posts 22:08 Iran 'Not Negotiating' With US, Says Chief Negotiator Iran is currently not negotiating with the United States at all, said Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf, the parliament speaker and chief negotiator.
New posts 20:31 Iran Spying On Opposition Activists, Says German Intelligence Iran is among three countries spying on opposition activists living in Germany and seeking to penetrate state institutions, the European countrys domestic intelligence agency (BfV) said in its annual report published on June 30.
New posts 19:33 Traffic In Strait Of Hormuz Picks Up Maritime traffic in the Strait of Hormuz, a key artery for global oil and gas supplies, picked up on June 29 after a lull over the weekend, which saw an attack on a Qatari tanker that prompted a US military response.
Video: Far-right Israeli minister Smotrich calls for Jewish settlements in Gaza Israeli finance minister Bezalel Smotrich called for the establishment of Jewish settlements within Gaza, claiming that the Israeli military controls nearly 70 per cent of the strip. He stated that preparations are already in place to build three settlements in the northern perimeter of Gaza, adding that the initiative is awaiting only a "green light" from the prime minister and the defence minister. “We must complete the conquest of the remaining 30 per cent.
Shipping continues through Hormuz despite regional tensions Vessel traffic through the Strait of Hormuz continued over the weekend despite security concerns and attacks on two ships, according to ship-tracking provider MarineTraffic. The organisation said 108 verified transits were recorded over three days. “Activity was highest on 26 June, with 48 crossings, followed by 38 crossings on 27 June and 22 crossings on 28 June,” it said.
US to play direct role in Lebanon agreement oversight, report says The United States will play a direct role in monitoring the movements of Lebanese and Israeli forces under the new framework agreement, according to The Washington Post, which cited an unnamed US official. The official said US personnel already deployed in Lebanon in an observation capacity since the 2024 agreement would now monitor both sides for potential violations. “This process would enable our political leadership to exert the necessary pressure on either side to fulfil its obligations,” the official said.
UAE lifts war-related ban on travel to Lebanon The UAE has said its nationals can travel to Lebanon, effective on Monday, lifting a weeks-long ban in place because of the Middle East war and concerns about Iran's influence. The foreign ministry announced "it will allow UAE citizens to travel to the sisterly Lebanese Republic, starting from Monday, June 29, 2026," the official WAM news agency reported. The ministry asked citizens to register with its consular services platform before travelling to Lebanon.
Bill to ban Red Cross visits to Palestinian prisoners fails The bill was defeated 41-36 in the Israeli parliament, after ultra-Orthodox coalition parties boycotted the vote over unrelated political disputes, Israeli media reported. Haredi lawmakers withheld support in protest over the government's failure to pass bills that are key to their own agenda. Under Knesset rules, the proposal cannot be reintroduced for six months, effectively shelving it until after general elections due by late October.
Only two South Korean ships remain in Hormuz, says president All but two stranded South Korean ships have now exited the Strait of Hormuz, President Lee Jae-myung says. A total of 26 South Korean-linked vessels were stranded in the Strait when Iran closed the strategic waterway on February 28 in response to the US-Israeli assault. Nearly 11,000 sailors on board 600 vessels were left stranded during the war.
