The US and Iran have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) electronically, aiming to end fighting on all fronts, including Lebanon. The deal, announced by US President Donald Trump, also seeks to ensure the Strait of Hormuz remains open.
The US and Iran are set to sign a preliminary peace deal in Switzerland on Friday, described as a "memorandum of understanding." While not a final agreement, it aims to pave the way for negotiations on key issues like Iran's nuclear program and sanctions, though preconditions and threats of renewed strikes remain.
Il Consiglio Supremo per la Sicurezza Nazionale iraniano ha avvertito che una risposta è "imminente" dopo l'attacco israeliano contro Hezbollah nella periferia meridionale di Beirut, dichiarando che "la violazione delle linee rosse della Repubblica Islamica non sarà tollerata".
A scheduled meeting between KMT Chairwoman Cheng Li-wun and US National Security Council officials in Washington was canceled. The venue was downgraded, and officials were of lower rank, reportedly due to Cheng's comments on arms sales and the defense budget, which align with Beijing's rhetoric.
Dr. Evan Medeiros, a Georgetown University expert on US-China relations, assesses the Trump-Xi summit, stating it reaffirmed existing power dynamics rather than changing them. He notes China set the agenda and secured a 'G2-ish' framing concession, while the US focused on trade deals with soft commitments.
Dr. Evan Medeiros assesses Donald Trump's Beijing summit with Xi Jinping, stating it reaffirmed existing power dynamics rather than changing them. A confident China set the agenda, while the US secured soft purchase commitments.
Iran's Supreme Leader and National Security Council must approve a proposed peace deal with the US, requiring clarification on key clauses. The deal reportedly offers sanctions relief and access to frozen assets in exchange for reopening the Strait of Hormuz and negotiating nuclear program over 60 days.
UK diplomat James Roscoe, who recently left his post at the British embassy in Washington, has been honored by King Charles. His departure follows an investigation into a leak from a UK national security council meeting.
James Roscoe, Britain's second most senior diplomat in Washington, has left his post abruptly. The UK government provided no reason for his departure, which follows an investigation into a leak from a UK national security council meeting.
A Chinese think tank's request for access to Anthropic's powerful AI model Mythos, capable of finding software vulnerabilities, was refused. The US National Security Council reacted with alarm, highlighting concerns ahead of the Trump-Xi meeting in Beijing, where AI safety is now on the agenda.
The “unravelled” post-Cold War international order has created conditions that appear to mirror those preceding a great-power conflict, a former senior adviser to the White House has warned. “The international landscape … [is] beginning to look uncomfortably like a pre-war environment,” said Thomas Wright, who served as senior director for strategic planning at the US National Security Council in the Joe Biden administration. “A familiar pattern is taking shape,” Wright said on Wednesday at an...
The “unravelled” post-Cold War international order has created conditions that appear to mirror those preceding a great-power conflict, a former senior adviser to the White House has warned. “The international landscape … [is] beginning to look uncomfortably like a pre-war environment,” said Thomas Wright, who served as senior director for strategic planning at the US National Security Council in the Joe Biden administration. “A familiar pattern is taking shape,” Wright said on Wednesday at an...
Ukrainian MP Fyodor Venislavsky urged President Zelensky to dismiss Rustem Umerov, Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council, following the release of new "Mindich tapes" that allegedly feature conversations from Umerov's time as defense minister.
Germany's National Security Council has decided to tighten measures against ships in the Russian 'shadow fleet' allegedly transporting oil and gas in circumvention of sanctions. Der Spiegel reported the decision without specifying the exact measures, noting that Sweden and France have already implemented tougher approaches. The council also discussed the Persian Gulf situation and its implications for Germany.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has announced a National Security Council meeting on energy prices, with preparatory meetings beginning today. Economy Minister Reiche will meet with aviation sector representatives to discuss kerosene supply. Merz stated at the Hannover Messe that the goal is ensuring businesses and citizens can rely on secure supply of diesel, gasoline, and jet fuel. The Council meeting is expected to take place tomorrow.
The decision on participation will be made by the government and the Supreme National Security Council of Iran
