Tehran [Iran], June 17 (ANI): Calling it 'too early to be optimistic,' Iranian academic Elham Kadkhodaee has urged caution over the proposed US-Iran Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), asserting that the document is not a comprehensive peace deal but merely a temporary arrangement aimed at extending a ceasefire and creating space for future negotiations.
Iranian military warns Israel after reporting dozens of ceasefire violations in Lebanon Iran's armed forces have accused Israel of violating the ceasefire in southern Lebanon 84 times since the US-Iran agreement was announced on Sunday. In a statement carried by Iranian state media, the unified command of Iran's army said the alleged violations demonstrated Israel's continued military escalation in Lebanon despite efforts to reduce regional tensions. The statement warned that Israel "should expect a harsh response" if it "continues to commit crimes and massacre the oppressed people of Lebanon".
IEA warns Southeast Asia faces soaring energy costs after war-related disruptions Southeast Asian countries could face sharply rising energy costs unless they accelerate efforts to diversify their energy supplies, according to a new report released on Tuesday by the International Energy Agency (IEA). The report says disruptions linked to the US-Israeli war on Iran, including the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, triggered an energy shock across the region, leading to higher fuel costs and increased inflation. In response, several countries have expanded investment in alternative energy sources, with rising electric vehicle sales, renewed interest in nuclear power and rapid growth in rooftop solar and other renewable energy projects.
Iran's hardliners have erupted against the US-Iran MoU with death chants against chief negotiators Abbas Araghchi and M. Bagher Ghalibaf, but experts say the backlash is unlikely to derail a deal the ruling elite sees as essential to the regime's survival.
Netanyahu yet to see US-Iran agreement as questions grow over Lebanon provisions Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu had not seen the memorandum of understanding between the United States and Iran as of Tuesday evening, according to a person familiar with the matter cited by the Associated Press. Netanyahu's office did not immediately respond to requests for comment. While Israel is not a party to the agreement expected to be signed later this week, the deal could have significant implications for its military operations in Lebanon.
US refused to share Iran deal text with Israel: Report The US rebuffed an Israeli request to see the memorandum of understanding it signed with Iran , according to reports by US and Israeli media outlets. ABC News reported on Tuesday that Israeli officials have been briefed on the agreement, but that Israel has not been provided the text. The agreement, which was signed digitally by Iran and the US on Sunday, extends a fragile ceasefire between the two sides for 60 days and reopens the Strait of Hormuz, but the details of the text remain unclear.
US refused to share Iran deal text with Israel: Report Submitted by MEE staff on Tue, 06/16/2026 - 20:24 Trump says Israel 'would be blown off the earth' if it weren't for the US, as he moves to silence any criticism of agreement This handout photograph shows Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi speaking about the agreement reached with the US and regional developments at a meeting with ambassadors and diplomatic representatives from foreign countries in Tehran, on 16 June 2026 (Iranian foreign ministry/handout/AFP) Off The US rebuffed an Israeli request to see the memorandum of understanding it signed with Iran , according to reports by US and Israeli media outlets. ABC News reported on Tuesday that Israeli officials have been briefed on the agreement, but that Israel has not been provided the text. The agreement, which was signed digitally by Iran and the US on Sunday, extends a fragile ceasefire between the two sides for 60 days and reopens the Strait of Hormuz, but the details of the text remain unclear.
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iran’s Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters warned Israel to expect a harsh response if it continues its acts of aggression on southern Lebanon.
How Oman offers a glimpse into the post-war Gulf US President Donald Trump threatened to attack just one Arab Gulf country during the war on Iran : Oman. Now, it is emerging as the biggest winner from a new Middle East order being hashed out by the US and the Islamic Republic. That assessment may seem counterintuitive at first glance, but due to its geography, business acumen, and Tehran’s newly demonstrated heft in the region, western, Arab, and even some US diplomats see the new order unfurling with Oman on top.
Inglewood [US], June 16 (ANI): Iran midfielder Mohammad Mohebi has addressed the controversy surrounding his goal celebration during the team's FIFA 2026 World Cup opener against New Zealand, which many interpreted as a 'gun' gesture, according to Goal. com. Mohebi said that it was 'just a celebration' and that he wanted to say 'thank you' to all Iranians who live in Los Angeles.
Tehran [Iran], June 16 (ANI): Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad-Bagher Ghalibaf and Lebanese Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri on Tuesday underscored the need to uphold Lebanon's sovereignty and ensure the implementation of commitments arising from the memorandum of understanding as part of the peace deal between Tehran and Washington aimed at ending hostilities in West Asia.
Bern [Switzerland], June 16 (ANI): The signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on the US-Iran peace deal aimed at ending hostilities in West Asia is scheduled to take place on Friday, June 19, at Burgenstock in the Swiss canton of Nidwalden, the Swiss Foreign Ministry said on Tuesday.
Evian [France], June 16 (ANI): US President Donald Trump on Tuesday vowed to publicly release the text of the agreement with Iran 'in a couple of days' and even floated reciting the entire document in front of cameras. The US President indicated that he is waiting for a 'formal setting' before revealing it publicly. 'I'd like to get a formal setting first before we do that, but I have no problem with that.
The benchmark interest rate was hiked to 1%, despite US-Iran peace agreement, as higher energy costs spread through the economy The Bank of Japan raised its key interest rate by a quarter percentage point to 1% on Tuesday, lifting borrowing costs to their highest level since 1995 as it sought to contain inflation from soaring energy prices driven by the US-Israeli war on Iran.
Players say US visa problems and forced cross-border travel have left them exhausted during the tournament Iranian players and coaching staff have accused World Cup organizers of forcing them to compete under unfair conditions, as US visa problems and travel restrictions continue to disrupt the team's campaign.
Players say US visa problems and forced cross-border travel have left them exhausted during the tournament Iranian players and coaching staff have accused World Cup organizers of forcing them to compete under unfair conditions, as US visa problems and travel restrictions continue to disrupt the team's campaign.
Israeli army says it intercepted Hezbollah rockets in southern Lebanon The Israeli military says it intercepted several rockets launched by Hezbollah towards its forces operating in southern Lebanon. In a statement posted on Telegram, the army said it subsequently targeted and destroyed the launcher used in the attack. The military also said it carried out a strike on a vehicle in southern Lebanon after firing what it described as a "warning" shot.
Former Israeli prime minister Naftali Bennett says he has drawn up a detailed plan to help Iranians topple the Islamic Republic, addressing growing frustration among dissidents that an emerging US-Iran deal could save and embolden Tehran’s hardline rulers.
Oil prices fall to three-month low ahead of US-Iran agreement Oil prices have fallen sharply to their lowest levels in three months, as markets reacted positively to the anticipated signing of a formal agreement between Washington and Tehran later this week. Brent crude futures dropped $3. 29, or 4 percent, to $79.
