June 16, 2026

2026-06-16T14:34:27+00:00 font Enable Reading Mode A- A A+ Shafaq News- Doha Qatar expressed on Tuesday support for diplomatic efforts aimed at consolidating the MoU between the United States and Iran, calling it a first step toward a broader regional consensus. In a statement, Qatari Foreign Ministry spokesperson Majed bin Mohammed Al-Ansari said Doha had contributed to narrowing differences between Washington and Tehran within the framework of mediation led by Pakistan, stressing that Qatar is not a direct mediator but part of a supporting team. “Efforts had focused on ensuring maritime security, regional stability, and the resumption of navigation in the … Read more

June 16, 2026

Trump: US-Iran agreement enters second phase – Shafaq News

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2026-06-16T11:38:10+00:00 font Enable Reading Mode A- A A+ Shafaq News- Washington The agreement between the United States and Iran is moving into a second phase, US President Donald Trump stated on Tuesday. Trump told reporters at the G7 summit that his decision to sign the memorandum of understanding was driven by the need to ensure Tehran does not obtain a nuclear weapon. “All hell will rain down” on Iran if it tries to get a nuclear weapon, he said. The deal is fair, Trump further noted, adding that Washington has no plans to invest money in the country. Source link

June 16, 2026

Iran ties Israeli Lebanon withdrawal to US deal – Shafaq News

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2026-06-16T08:10:26+00:00 font Enable Reading Mode A- A A+ Shafaq News- Tehran/ Beirut (Updated at 11:48) Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Tuesday that ending the war in Lebanon is a binding component of the memorandum of understanding (MoU) reached with the United States, and that any Israeli military presence or strikes on Lebanese territory would constitute a violation of that agreement. The MoU carries two distinct parties, Araghchi clarified in a statement: The US and Israel on one side, and Iran and Hezbollah on the other. “Any Israeli military attack on Lebanon or continuation of its occupation there would nullify … Read more

June 15, 2026

Stock markets soar, oil falls as US and Iran announce framework to end war | Financial Markets

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Stock markets across the Asia Pacific have surged following the announcement of a framework to end the United States-Israel war on Iran. Japan’s Nikkei 225 benchmark index soared 5.5 percent in morning trading on Monday, while South Korea’s Kospi jumped as much as 5.7 percent. Recommended Stories list of 4 itemsend of list Taiwan’s Taiex climbed as much as 2.7 percent, while the ASX200 in Australia rose about 1.5 percent. In Hong Kong, the Hang Seng Index rose about 1 percent, before giving up most of its gains later in the morning. Futures for US stocks, which are traded outside … Read more

June 15, 2026

US-Iran to sign a ‘peace deal’ on Friday: What we know | US-Israel war on Iran News

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Iran and the United States have agreed to a memorandum of understanding to end more than 100 days of war, with Tehran saying the agreement includes Lebanon, which has been under intense Israeli attacks since March 2. Mediated by Pakistan and Qatar, the deal will be formally signed in the Swiss city of Geneva on Friday. Recommended Stories list of 3 itemsend of list US President Donald Trump said the Strait of Hormuz, which has been under a de facto Iranian blockade, will open to all shipping on Friday, while Tehran said the US naval blockade on its ports will … Read more

June 15, 2026

Trump allies cheer Iran ‘peace deal’ announcement as Democrats seek clarity | US-Israel war on Iran News

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Washington, DC – A newly struck deal to end the US-Israel war on Iran is being hailed as a strategic victory by US President Donald Trump and his allies, though the specific terms of the agreement remain unknown. Praise from supporters poured in for the US president on Sunday, despite questions over which commitments would be included in the initial memorandum of understanding (MOU) to be signed on Friday, and which issues, such as Iran’s nuclear programme, would only be opened for negotiations after the deal is inked. Recommended Stories list of 3 itemsend of list US Vice President JD … Read more