Chaotic talks on a US-Iran deal continue on the Trump rollercoaster Amid rhetoric, market uncertainty and tit-for-tat exchanges, the two sides are still trying to find a way out of the impasse The Guardian - UK · Jun 12
Iranians endure war fatigue and soaring prices as conflict deepens domestic woes Iranians are living between confusion and exhaustion as the country and its economy are squeezed between war and multiplying crises at home The Independent UK · Jun 12
Peace talks descend into chaos after Trump accuses Tehran of leaking ‘fake’ deal terms The US president said the Iranian negotiators were ‘very dishonorable people to deal with’ The Independent UK · Jun 12
Iran insists on control of Hormuz under any deal with US TEHRAN - Iran insisted on Friday on its right to maintain control over the Strait of Hormuz and enrich uranium under any peace deal with the United States, after President Donald Trump said a draft accord was ready. Bangkok Post · Jun 12
Iran Will Reportedly Insist On Right To Enrich Uranium As Netanyahu Says Tehran 'Will Not Have Nuclear Weapons' Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said he will not allow Iran to have a nuclear weapon as a semi-official news agency in Tehran said the country won't give up its right to enrich uranium. International Business Times · Jun 12
Iran insists on nuclear enrichment and control over Strait of Hormuz under any deal with US Iran insisted on Friday on its right to enrich uranium and maintain control over the Strait of Hormuz under any deal with the United States, after President Donald Trump said a draft accord was ready. Beyond this, according to IRNA, Iran would insist on managing traffic though the Strait of… The Economic Times · Jun 12
Iranian State Outlet Says Agreement With U.S. Doesn't Include Giving Up Control Of Hormuz Strait Iranian state news agency IRNA said on Friday that the terms of a draft agreement with the U.S. does not include giving up control of the Hormuz Strait, which Tehran is seeking to control following the war. International Business Times · Jun 12
US, Iran signal peace deal is close after Trump lashes out at ‘dishonorable’ Iranians The US and Iran on Friday signaled that an initial peace agreement to end the Iran war was close although details of the deal were not officially released. The consensual signaling came hours after President Donald Trump posted a message lashing out at "very dishonorable" Iranians after local media reported… France 24 · Jun 12
What if Trump actually seized Kharg Island? Kharg Island is a small coral outcrop off the coast of Iran that handles around 90% of the country's crude oil exports, making it key to Tehran's economy. Euronews · Jun 12
Israeli air campaign intensifies across southern Lebanon An early morning strike in Nabatiyeh capped a week of escalating hostilities that saw the US and Iran exchange direct fire. While Israel continues to reject Tehran's demands for a linked ceasefire with Hezbollah, the relentless bombardment has left the southern Lebanese border deserted. Euronews · Jun 12
Iran-US war latest: Trump says ‘let the oil flow’ as he announces peace deal with Tehran The Pakistan-mediated peace deal will be formally signed in Switzerland later this week The Independent UK · Jun 12
Netanyahu says Trump assured him final Iran deal will mandate removal of enriched uranium President Trump assured Prime Minister Netanyahu that a deal with Iran would ensure Tehran surrenders its nuclear stockpile. This understanding would also limit Iran's nuclear and missile programs. Iranian officials, however, have not confirmed a final agreement. The US president previously threatened military action but later called it off due… The Economic Times · Jun 12
US deal covers ending naval blockade, Hormuz will not return to pre-war era, Iran’s FM says Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi on Friday said a draft deal with the US included ending a naval blockade of Iran's ports. Tehran has decided that the administration of the Strait of Hormuz "will not return to the pre-war era", Araghchi added. Read about the day’s events as they unfolded… France 24 · Jun 12
Hormuz oil traffic rebounds as Gulf exporters find workarounds: Report Oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz are increasing for non-Iranian producers. This surge occurs despite ongoing tensions between Washington and Tehran. Iranian oil exports have significantly decreased. This situation impacts global oil prices. Traders are closely watching future transits. The US continues actions against vessels approaching Iranian ports. The Economic Times · Jun 12
The Economic Times · Jun 12 Trump’s Iran deal slowed by couriers in complex peace process Despite President Donald Trump repeatedly saying a US-Iran deal is near, negotiations remain slow and uncertain. Talks rely on indirect channels, couriers, intermediaries and delayed communications, with responses often taking days.
The Times of India · Jun 11 'Great settlement soon in Europe': Trump sees imminent Iran deal, Tehran yet to nod The US president also asserted that Iran's Supreme Leader had approved the proposed terms and indicated that Washington would immediately end its blockade of Iran once the agreement came into force. Trump said such a move would have a significant impact on global energy markets. Iran's foreign ministry spokesperson Esmail…
Bangkok Post · Jun 11 Trump cancels Iran strikes, touts imminent deal WASHINGTON (UNITED STATES) - US President Donald Trump withdrew his threat of further strikes against Iran on Thursday and said a deal with Tehran to end the war could be signed in coming days.
Latin Times · Jun 11 Iran Denies Trump's Claims Once Again: "No Final Conclusion" on Any Agreement With the U.S. Iran's government is pushing back emphatically against assertions from the Trump administration that a diplomatic deal with the United States is imminent, saying no final understanding has been reached and that Tehran has yet to approve any text for an agreement. The latest denial comes amid a swirl of conflicting…
Evening Standard · Jun 11 Trump calls off fresh strikes hours after threatening to hit Iran ‘very hard’ The US president claims he is close to reaching a deal with the country after warning he would seize control of its oil industry.
AAP · Jun 11 Trump calls off latest threats to strike Iran, citing progress in negotiations U.S. President Donald Trump said Thursday he has called off new military strikes on Iran, hours after threatening to escalate the war
Euronews · Jun 11 Iran says no decision made on peace deal with US after Trump touts 'great settlement' Trump said on Thursday that the two sides had reached a "great settlement" over the war and that it could be finalised over the next few days.
AAP · Jun 11 Trump says he has called off latest threats to strike Iran U.S. President Donald Trump said Thursday he has called off new military strikes on Iran, hours after threatening to escalate the war
International Business Times UK · Jun 11 'Piece of the Whole World' or World Peace? Netizens React to Trump's Birthday Wish Donald Trump's 80th birthday wish for 'peace for the world' has sparked online debate, with critics questioning its sincerity amid escalating tensions with Iran and recent foreign policy actions.
The Times of India · Jun 11 Invade baby, invade: Trump eyes Kharg Island, Iran's energy spigot President Trump is openly threatening to seize Iran's Kharg Island, a critical oil export hub, as a drastic measure to force Tehran into a deal. This marks a significant shift from his previous anti-interventionist stance, raising concerns about escalation and the potential for a costly, open-ended deployment.
The Economic Times · Jun 11 UAE and Iran conduct first face-to-face meeting to try deescalating Middle East tensions US-Iran war: Senior security officials from the United Arab Emirates and Iran met face-to-face for the first time since the US-Israeli war began. This meeting signals a major shift in their relationship. Both nations acknowledge the need for calmer ties. The UAE seeks to protect its economic ambitions. Iran also…