First Thing: Trump promises ‘great things’ for Middle East and claims Iran deal ‘all signed’ US president says Iran will not obtain nuclear weapons, ‘which is what it was all about’ The Guardian - UK · Jun 16
Justice department announces charges against five men for alleged plot to attack UFC White House event – as it happened DoJ accuses five men of procuring weapons to attack event held for Trump’s 80th birthday on the South Lawn on Sunday The Guardian - UK · Jun 16
Watch: German chancellor surprises Trump with 'Trump 47' football jersey at G7 German Chancellor Friedrich Merz presented U.S. President Donald Trump with a personalized football jersey during the G7 summit in France. Euronews · Jun 16
Russia should make peace deal, Trump says after 'very good' Zelenskiy meeting US President Donald Trump called for Russia to strike a peace deal with Ukraine. He met with G7 leaders and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. European diplomats aim to convince Trump that Ukraine's position has strengthened. They also want to discuss Iran's nuclear program and maritime security in the Strait of… The Economic Times · Jun 16
Starmer says justice has been done over arson convictions Last May, a Toyota Rav4 which was once owned by Sir Keir was set alight in a street in Kentish Town, north London. Evening Standard · Jun 16
Trump says Russia ‘should make a deal’ with Ukraine EVIAN-LES-BAINS, France - US President Donald Trump said Tuesday that “Russia should make a deal” to end its war against Ukraine, after meeting Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky at the G7 summit in France. Bangkok Post · Jun 16
PM Narendra Modi lines up middle-power talks ahead of Trump meeting at G7 Prime Minister Narendra Modi will attend the G7 summit in France. He will highlight India's expanding relationships with countries like Canada, the UK, and the UAE. These meetings precede his first in-person discussion with US President Donald Trump in over a year. The talks aim to strengthen India's global partnerships… The Economic Times · Jun 16
Iran says talks on final US deal to begin this week Iran and the United States are set to begin crucial nuclear and sanctions relief talks this week. An agreement to end a recent war is expected to be signed soon. Negotiations will focus on Iran's nuclear program and the lifting of sanctions. The Strait of Hormuz is anticipated to reopen,… The Economic Times · Jun 16
G7 allies scramble to put Ukraine back atop Trump's agenda as war drags on U.S. allies at the Group of Seven summit are pushing the war in Ukraine back on President Donald Trump's agenda AAP · Jun 16
Leaders open G7 summit with Ukraine, Middle East talks Leaders at the G7 summit are discussing Russia's war in Ukraine along with the tentative deal struck by US President Donald Trump to end the conflict with Iran. AAP · Jun 16
G7 summit opens full day of talks with Ukraine, Iran and Trump tensions in focus As the G7 summit enters its first full day of discussions, French President Emmanuel Macron faces the challenge of keeping his US counterpart Donald Trump engaged as leaders weigh pressure on Russia, Middle East diplomacy and renewed trade tensions with Washington. Radio France Internationale · Jun 16
Lavish banquet and a personalised football shirt: How Europe is still mollycoddling Trump at the G7 IN FOCUS: With smiles for the cameras and a series of staged events, Europe leaders have gone out of their way to accommodate Donald Trump at the G7, Maira Butt reports The Independent UK · Jun 16
The Economic Times · Jun 16 G7 leaders open summit talks on Ukraine and the Middle East as Zelenskyy joins in France Leaders at the G7 summit face a packed agenda. Discussions will focus on ending Russia's war in Ukraine and addressing the Middle East crisis. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will attend. The summit also addresses the recent US agreement to end the conflict with Iran. Leaders aim for progress on these…
Evening Standard · Jun 16 UK unveils new sanctions on Russian shadow fleet as Starmer attends G7 The announcement will bring the number of sanctioned shadow fleet and Russian liquefied natural gas vessels to more than 600.
The Guardian - UK · Jun 16 Zelenskyy thanks G7 leaders for ‘strong ideas on how to force Russia into peace’ – as it happened Ukrainian president praises successful talks after Trump’s comments that ‘Russia should make a deal’ after G7 meeting
The Economic Times · Jun 16 Trump's interim Iran deal eases immediate crisis but leaves major hurdles ahead A preliminary deal to end the Middle East war has been signed by the US and Iran. This agreement extends a ceasefire and reopens the Strait of Hormuz. Shippers, however, express caution, expecting weeks for confidence to return. Key issues like Iran's nuclear program remain for future talks.
Euronews · Jun 16 G7 summit: 'The tide is turning for Ukraine,' EU leaders tell Zelenskyy The second day of the G7 summit in Évian, France, focused on Russia's war on Ukraine, the situation in the Middle East and international partnerships.
Euronews · Jun 16 Europe Today: Inside the G7 Summit in Évian Global leaders are gathering in the French spa town of Évian les Bains for the second day of the G7. US President Donald Trump told allies that he expects the Strait of Hormuz to be “fully open” on Friday, where the framework deal to end the war is expected to…
The Guardian - UK · Jun 16 Tuesday briefing: How the UK’s military spending row exposes Starmer’s defence dilemma In today’s newsletter: An argument about money has also spotlighted questions about Britain’s place in the world and the changing face of warfare
The Independent UK · Jun 16 Iran-US war latest: Trump hopes to put war in ‘rearview mirror’ and says Strait of Hormuz will stay toll-free Reports suggest the deal would appear to offer Iran major concessions that would boost its economy