TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Qatar and Pakistan announced the conclusion of the first high-level talks under the Islamabad MoU in Switzerland, saying the negotiations yielded progress, established mechanisms for technical discussions, and set a 60-day roadmap toward a final agreement between Iran and the US.
IRGC commander says Israel faces ‘humiliation and defeat’ in Lebanon Esmail Qaani, commander of Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Quds Force, has warned Israel to withdraw from southern Lebanon or risk what he described as a repeat of its withdrawal from the country in 2000. In a social media post cited by Iranian state media, Qaani said Israel would face "humiliation and defeat" if it continued what he called its aggression and occupation in southern Lebanon. "If you do not withdraw from southern Lebanon on your own feet, the epic of the year 2000 will be repeated once again, the same year you fled this land in disgrace," he said.
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said any victory secured on the battleground and consolidated through diplomacy would be a source of pride for the entire Iranian nation and Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Mojtaba Khamenei.
Burgenstock [Switzerland], June 22 (ANI): The United States and Iran have moved to establish a 'de-confliction cell' aimed at securing a cessation of military operations in Lebanon, marking a technical milestone in their 14-point memorandum of understanding.
Los Angeles (California) [US], June 22 (ANI): Iran's national football team left an emotional message for supporters in the locker room of SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles after their FIFA World Cup 2026 draw against Belgium, thanking fans for their unwavering support and expressing pride in their performances.
Video: Former British officer faces criticism after calling himself ‘a mere goy’ Former British Army officer Richard Kemp has come under fire after describing himself as "a goy, a mere goy" while delivering a speech extolling Israel and the Israeli military. Speaking at a JNS event, Kemp declared that Jewish people were placed on Earth to be "a light unto nations" and made controversial claims that the Israeli military was showing the world how future wars should be fought. Critics accused Kemp of glorifying Israel at a time when the country faces mounting international condemnation over its actions in Gaza, Lebanon and other neighbouring countries.
US would not exist without Israel, ambassador Huckabee repeats claim US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee has repeated his claim that the United States would not exist without Israel, defending remarks that previously drew attention and debate. Speaking at a conference organised by the Jewish Telegraphic Agency in West Jerusalem on 22 June, Huckabee said Western civilisation was founded on Jewish and Judeo-Christian principles. "Without Israel, the United States would not exist," he said, adding: "Without that, there would be no United States.
Burgenstock [Switzerland], June 22 (ANI): Iran and the United States have established a direct communication line to 'avoid incidents and miscommunication' in the Strait of Hormuz, mediators Qatar and Pakistan announced on Monday after the first round of high-level talks under a 14-point Memorandum of Understanding (MoU).
Mediators Pakistan and Qatar issue statement saying talks will run for rest of the week, as fighting in Lebanon continues to threaten agreement Iran’s foreign minister has declared “progress” after the first day of talks between high-ranking officials from Washington and Tehran ended in Switzerland, despite a tense opening marked by Donald Trump threats to restart attacks. A joint statement from mediators Qatar and Pakistan said the US and Iran agreed to a roadmap towards a final deal within 60 days. Technical talks between lower-ranked officials will continue for the rest of the week, according to the statement, with fighting between Israel and Iran-backed Hezbollah in Lebanon at the top of the agenda.
Video: Vance calls Asim Munir an important partner and friend US Vice President JD Vance said he had “two very, very important people” in his life, describing them as “an Indian and a Pakistani”, adding that “the Indian is my wife, and the Pakistani is Field Marshal Munir”. He said he had spoken to Field Marshal Asim Munir “more than I’ve talked to anybody else over the last 3 months”, crediting him as “a great military leader” and “great diplomat”, and calling him “an important part of getting us to this point” and “an amazing friend of the United States”. The repeated contact comes amid ongoing US-Pakistan security and diplomatic engagement, including discussions linked to regional stability and broader Middle East tensions.
Katz says Israel will not withdraw from Beaufort Castle Israeli defence minister Yisrael Katz has said Israel has no intention of withdrawing from Beaufort Castle in southern Lebanon, describing the site as a key component of what he called Israel's security zone along the northern frontier. In a statement, Katz said: "Israel has no intention of withdrawing from Beaufort (Shaqif Castle), which is an integral part of the security zone in Lebanon. " He said that the strategic hilltop position serves as an important defensive point for communities in northern Israel and for Israeli forces deployed on the northern front.
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi hailed Pakistan and Qatar’s tireless mediation efforts, noting that major progress has been made toward ending the war on Iran and that some of the country’s frozen assets have been released.
Malaysian airline reduces fares after drop in jet fuel prices AirAsia X Chief Executive Officer Benyamin Ismail, said the Malaysian budget carrier has reduced fares by 5 percent since 15 June and plans to continue adjusting ticket prices as jet fuel costs decline. Lingam said the US-Iran memorandum of understanding had brought welcome relief to the aviation sector, with fuel prices falling significantly from the highs reached during the conflict. "The industry has been really affected by the rise in fuel prices.
Ghalibaf likens Iran's World Cup draw to wartime resilience Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Ghalibaf has praised the national football team's defensive performance in its World Cup draw against Belgium, comparing the display to Iranian people's steadfast defence of their country during the war against the United States and Israel. In a post on X shortly after the match, Ghalibaf shared a photograph from the game with the caption: "This is how we protect our land. " The message drew a direct comparison between Iran's performance on the pitch and the country's response during the conflict.
Oil prices retreated after Iran’s foreign minister said there had been “major progress” toward ending the fighting in Lebanon during the first session of high-level talks.
Mediators announce framework for final US-Iran agreement The United States and Iran have agreed on a 60-day roadmap aimed at reaching a final agreement, according to a joint statement issued by mediators Pakistan and Qatar following talks in Switzerland. The mediators said a high-level committee has been established to provide political oversight of the process, while chief negotiators will regularly report to the body and oversee working groups focused on issues including Iran's nuclear programme, US sanctions and dispute resolution mechanisms. The statement said the parties also agreed to establish a direct communication line concerning the Strait of Hormuz and a de-confliction cell tasked with supporting the end of military operations in Lebanon.
The US president accused the newspaper of using fake and made up facts after it questioned the results of the war US President Donald Trump has threatened legal action against the New York Times over its analytical reporting on the goals and outcome of the war in Iran, calling the newspaper's coverage "treasonous.
The US president accused the newspaper of using "fake and made up facts" after it questioned the results of the war US President Donald Trump has threatened legal action against the New York Times over its analytical reporting on the goals and outcome of the war in Iran, calling the newspaper's cove
Burkina Faso’s authorities should urgently account for the journalist Atiana Serge Oulon, who was forcibly disappeared by state security forces two years ago, and release him immediately, Amnesty International, Human Rights Watch, Observatoire Kisal, the Observatory for the Protection of Human Rights Defenders, a partnership between the International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH), the World […] The post Burkina Faso: Prominent Journalist Serge Oulon Forcibly Disappeared 2 Years On appeared first on Amnesty International .
Malaysia to lower diesel prices amid confidence in diplomacy Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has linked a planned reduction in subsidised diesel prices to growing confidence that negotiations aimed at ending the Iran war could ease tensions in the Middle East and stabilise energy markets. According to Malaysia's Star newspaper, Anwar said his government had decided to lower, rather than increase, subsidised diesel prices from next month despite global uncertainty. He said Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, who has played a key role in coordinating negotiations between the United States and Iran, had expressed confidence that the crisis in the Middle East could be eased.
