President Lee Jae Myung arrived in Geneva Tuesday en route to France for a G7 summit. He will attend sessions on Ukraine, Iran, financial instability, and AI. This is the final leg of his 10-day European trip.
Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated that an immediate and complete cessation of hostilities on all fronts, including Lebanon, is the most important point of a memorandum to be signed with US officials in Geneva on Friday. The deal, brokered by Pakistan, is expected to be signed on June 19, with discussions on Iran's nuclear program to follow.
Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated that any Israeli attack on Lebanon would be considered a violation of an upcoming memorandum of understanding with the US. The deal, set to be signed in Geneva on Friday, June 19, will involve discussions on Iran's nuclear program over 60 days.
A war launched by Donald Trump against Iran in late February, aiming for regime change and military destruction, has concluded with a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Despite initial ambitious goals, Iran withstood intense bombing, emerging with greater leverage. The agreement, a 60-day ceasefire extension, defers complex issues like Iran's nuclear program and sanctions relief to future negotiations.
A war launched by Donald Trump against Iran in late February, with goals of regime change and military destruction, has concluded with a deal reopening the Strait of Hormuz. Despite initial ambitions, Iran withstood intense bombing, emerging with greater leverage. The agreement, a 60-day ceasefire extension, defers complex issues like nuclear program limitations and sanctions relief to future negotiations.
US Vice President JD Vance and several Republican senators voiced skepticism about a newly reached agreement with Iran, citing a lack of specifics and demanding more information before it is finalized. The deal reportedly involves reopening the Strait of Hormuz and financial incentives for Iran.
President Trump's attendance at a Friday Geneva signing for a US-Iran ceasefire deal is uncertain. The deal aims to extend a ceasefire, open the Strait of Hormuz, and lift sanctions. Allies like Israel express concerns over the terms.
At the G7 summit in Évian-les-Bains, France, Keir Starmer announced new sanctions against Russia targeting finance networks and its shadow fleet, alongside £210m in energy support for Ukraine's nuclear plants. He also plans to discuss defense spending with Donald Trump.
PM Narendra Modi welcomed the US-Iran understanding to end the West Asia conflict, hoping for restored peace, stability, and freedom of navigation. India sees potential benefits in energy, connectivity, and strategic partnerships, but Pakistan's role as a negotiator may pose diplomatic challenges.
Washington and Tehran have agreed to end hostilities, with the deal to be signed in Geneva. The agreement includes lifting sanctions on Iran, releasing frozen assets, and Iran reaffirming its commitment to the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty. Israel has reacted with strong criticism, viewing the deal as a failure.
Heads of US and Iranian delegations may meet in Geneva on Friday before signing a conflict resolution memorandum, according to Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi. The deal, expected to be signed June 19, includes a 60-day ceasefire to discuss Iran's nuclear program, ending US maritime blockade and military operations.
Israel's defense minister stated forces will not withdraw from seized Lebanese territory, hours after the US and Iran announced a preliminary deal to end Middle East hostilities. The agreement, pending finalization in two months, reportedly includes a Lebanon ceasefire, sparking anger in Tel Aviv.
Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei announced that the Iranian delegation will visit several Middle Eastern countries before signing a memorandum with the United States in Geneva. A final decision on the memorandum's signing procedure is expected today or tomorrow.
Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif stated that Army Chief Field Marshal Asim Munir was instrumental in preventing US-Iran peace talks from collapsing multiple times. The mediation, which concluded with a tentative deal, involved significant efforts from Pakistan, with a signing ceremony planned in Geneva.
The US and Iran have finalized a peace agreement to end their war, with a signing ceremony scheduled for June 19 in Geneva. The deal, brokered with Pakistan's mediation, includes Iran's commitment to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
Markets are celebrating a preliminary U.S.-Iran agreement to end a nearly four-month war, with stocks surging and oil prices falling. A memorandum of understanding has been agreed, and hostilities have paused, with the Strait of Hormuz set to reopen. However, a final deal is not yet signed, and key issues like Iran's nuclear program remain unresolved.
Riot police in Geneva clashed with thousands of protesters on Sunday ahead of a G7 summit in France. Water cannons and tear gas were used against demonstrators who hurled projectiles, smashing bank windows and burning a Tesla. The march, organized by various groups, largely proceeded peacefully apart from the clashes.
Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated that the US bears full responsibility for implementing a US-Iran agreement, including the cessation of Israeli hostilities against Lebanon. The agreement, to be signed in Geneva on June 19, also involves a 60-day truce to discuss Tehran's nuclear program and an end to the US naval blockade.
Thousands protested the G7 summit in Geneva, with clashes erupting between demonstrators and riot police. Violence included smashed bank windows, a car fire, and stone-throwing, leading to boarded-up businesses. Organizers aimed to highlight issues like environment and human rights.
Pakistan's PM announced a US-Iran war end deal, with Trump confirming on Truth Social. The agreement, struck despite an Israeli strike on Lebanon, reportedly includes a permanent termination of military operations. Terms remain undisclosed, but sources suggest reopening the Strait of Hormuz and ending port blockades.
Clashes between protesters and police occurred near the UN building in Geneva on Sunday, ahead of the G7 summit in Evian, France. Thousands gathered for a march that turned violent, with demonstrators throwing projectiles and setting a Tesla on fire. France had denied protest permits near the summit venue.
Thousands protested in Geneva against the G7 summit, clashing with police, setting a car ablaze, and smashing bank windows. Police used tear gas in response to projectiles.
Protesters in Geneva set fire to a Tesla and smashed bank windows, targeting symbols of capitalism ahead of the G7 summit in France. Police used teargas against demonstrators, with around 20,000 people participating in the march.
Thousands of protesters gathered in Geneva on Sunday, organized by the "No-G7" coalition, to demonstrate against the upcoming G7 summit in France. They expressed fears about G7 policies, particularly those of President Trump, citing concerns about war, climate change, inequality, and poverty.
