Trump may release US-Iran deal before Friday, Vance says
The US vice-president says the agreement is "about a page and a half" and "very general", meaning many details will be worked out later.
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Iran, U.S. both claim win over MoU amid deep rifts
Experts point out that based on the details released so far, the agreement does not fundamentally resolve the long-standing differences between the United States and Iran over issues such as the nuclear program, nor does it reduce the mutual distrust between the two sides.
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Iran’s Negotiating Team Adhere Strictly to Framework Set by Leader: President
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The president of Iran emphasized that the negotiating team to be dispatched to Switzerland for signing the memorandum of understanding with the US will strictly adhere to the policies and framework set out by Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Mojtaba Khamenei.
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JD Vance says US-Iran deal ‘very general’ with many details yet to be negotiated – Middle East crisis live
The US vice-president also said nuclear inspectors would return to Iran as part of the deal with Washington to end the war Full report: Trump declares deal ‘all signed’ as G7 leaders try to tie loose ends Hello and welcome to the Guardian’s continuing coverage of the US-Israel war on Iran ahead of the expected signing of the framework peace deal in a couple of days. America’s memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Iran is “a very general document”, the US vice-president, JD Vance, has said, adding that specifics of the deal will be worked out during further negotiations. With a memorandum of understanding between the US and Iran signed, Trump said the strait of Hormuz “will be completely open” by Friday.
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Depending on Pak to solve Iran problem is like relying on fascist Italy to solve Nazi problem: US expert
By Reena Bhardwaj Washington DC [US], June 16 (ANI): American analyst Michael Rubin on Monday (local time) said that depending on Pakistan to resolve the 'Iran problem' would be like relying on 'fascist Italy' to solve the Nazi problem during World War II.
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Morning update
Morning update Good morning Middle East Eye readers, The US-Iran peace agreement entered its implementation phase overnight, with both sides confirming the accord has been signed electronically ahead of a formal ceremony in Geneva. Shipping activity resumed in the Strait of Hormuz, nuclear oversight discussions moved forward and world leaders welcomed the breakthrough. However, disagreements over Lebanon and Israel's future military role remain unresolved.
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Iran Briefs Lebanese Leaders on Islamabad MoU
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi briefed the Lebanese officials on the details of the Islamabad memorandum of understanding between Iran and the US, particularly the provisions related to Lebanon.
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AIPAC seeks assurances Iran deal 'preserves Israel's right to respond'
AIPAC seeks assurances Iran deal 'preserves Israel's right to respond' The American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC), a leading pro-Israel lobbying group in the United States, issued a cautious response to President Donald Trump's announced memorandum with Iran, saying it was awaiting further details. "We look forward to learning the full details of the framework for these negotiations, including whether the deal preserves the sovereign right of our democratic ally Israel to respond to the security threats it confronts," the group said. AIPAC said the US Congress "will play a critical role in working with the administration throughout these negotiations and in reviewing the ultimate agreement".
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Trump’s War Has Turned Iran Into a Symbol of Defiance
Iran’s defiance in the face of Western aggression has become a rallying cry.
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Vance says details of US-Iran agreement still to be worked out amid scepticism from Republicans
Senate Republicans say there are many unanswered questions about the deal and question inclusion of funds for Iran The US vice-president, JD Vance, has said a number of issues still need to be figured out with Iran, as many Republicans expressed scepticism of the agreement reached this week by Donald Trump, and pressed the White House to release more information about it. The memorandum of understanding (MOU) announced Sunday to end the war in Iran, set for a ceremonial signing on Friday in Geneva, is centred around reopening the strait of Hormuz and lifting the United States’ naval blockade in the region, along with financial incentives for Iran if it meets certain benchmarks. Continue reading...
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Hezbollah calls for unity as region reacts to US-Iran agreement
Hezbollah calls for unity as region reacts to US-Iran agreement Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam expressed hope that the US-Iranian agreement would help bring an end to the war, pledging to intensify efforts in negotiations with Washington to secure Israel's withdrawal from Lebanese territory and the release of prisoners. Hezbollah, meanwhile, said Lebanon should make better use of the regional and international support available to achieve full sovereignty through internal unity. The Lebanese army urged residents to postpone their return to villages and towns along the southern border and to follow military instructions to ensure their safety amid the risk of Israeli violations.
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WSJ calls Iran agreement a 'strategic retreat' by Trump
WSJ calls Iran agreement a 'strategic retreat' by Trump The Wall Street Journal said that the agreement reached by US President Donald Trump with Iran does not amount to a complete strategic victory. Instead, the newspaper said it reflects a retreat from Washington’s original objectives at the outset of the conflict, noting that the US accepted the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz in exchange for Iranian pledges to resume negotiations over its nuclear programme. In a special editorial, the newspaper’s editorial board said President Trump began to pull back as domestic political pressure intensified and the risks associated with continued military operations grew.
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US vice president launches media push to sell Iran agreement
US vice president launches media push to sell Iran agreement US Vice President JD Vance has launched a series of television appearances to promote and defend the agreement between Washington and Tehran amid mounting criticism and calls for greater transparency. In interviews with US media, Vance argued that the agreement would prevent Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon while emphasising that key benefits for Tehran would depend on future compliance. Vance said the agreement had already been digitally signed, denied reports that Iran would immediately receive “billions of dollars of assets”, and insisted the United States retained leverage in future negotiations.
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Trump may release US-Iran deal before Friday, Vance says
The US vice-president says the agreement is "about a page and a half" and "very general", meaning many details will be worked out later.
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Iran ‘agreed to never have a nuclear weapon’, says Trump – as it happened
This blog is now closed – see our full report on the US-Iran agreement and an analysis of what it means The agreement between the United States and Iran should allow for the “immediate reopening” of the Strait of Hormuz, EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said on Monday. “The priority now is its swift and full implementation by all parties,” von der Leyen said about the announced deal. Continue reading...
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Trump May Release US-Iran Agreement Before Signing, Vance Says
Newest first Newest first Oldest first 07:43 Trump May Release US-Iran Agreement Before Signing, Vance Says US Vice President JD Vance says President Donald Trump may decide to release a preliminary deal to end the war with Iran before June 19, after Trump stated that the agreement had been digitally signed.
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Iranian Foreign Minister: New Round Of Talks To Begin On June 19
New posts 11:30 Iranian Foreign Minister: New Round Of Talks To Begin On June 19 Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi has said that, as of the morning of June 15, the war has officially ended on all fronts and that a new round of talks between Iran and the United States will begin in Switzerland on June 19.
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Signing Of Iran-US Agreement To Take Place At Swiss Mountain Resort
New posts 17:27 Signing Of Iran-US Agreement To Take Place At Swiss Mountain Resort Switzerland announced on June 16 that the signing ceremony for an interim agreement between the United States and Iran aimed at ending the war in the Middle East will be held at the Burgenstock mountain resort in central Switzerland.
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Iran deal presents political nightmare for Netanyahu
Donald Trump's ceasefire agreement with Iran leaves the Israeli PM trapped in a new political and security dilemma.
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'Willing to transform relationship if Iranians change their ways': US VP JD Vance
Washington DC [US], June 16 (ANI): US Vice President JD Vance on Tuesday outlined the framework of Washington's emerging agreement with Tehran, asserting that the deal would ensure Iran never acquires a nuclear weapon while opening the door to a potential transformation in relations if the country demonstrates verifiable changes in its conduct.
